In response to the EU’s introduction of customs duties on low-value parcels, the National Bank has eased foreign exchange restrictions for carriers
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to allow postal operators, express delivery companies, and other international transport carriers to transfer foreign currency abroad. The central bank announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, July 14.
The transfers will be permitted for the payment of customs duties, taxes, fees, and other mandatory charges related to the import of parcels into the European Union.
“The easing of restrictions will apply to international postal and express shipments from Ukraine and other countries delivered by Ukrainian transport operators,” the NBU said.
Changes will take effect on July 15.
The decision became necessary after the Council of the European Union abolished the customs duty exemption for parcels valued at up to €150, effective July 1.
“A similar framework for payments from Ukraine related to the import of parcels into the United States has been in place since September 2025,” the NBU noted.
