Ukraine parliament approves parcel tax bill linked to IMF and EU aid

On 15 October, Ukraine’s parliament voted 252-to-… in favour of a bill that introduces a value-added tax on international parcels valued at €150 or less, which were previously exempt, and also targets earnings from digital-platform services such as ride-hailing. The legislation had been postponed several times and sent back for revision before finally passing. Its adoption fulfills a condition linked to the International Monetary Fund’s $700 million tranche and the European Union’s €3.7 billion macro-financial assistance package.

Lawmakers have struggled to meet similar conditions earlier in 2026 amid widespread opposition to the tax measures. The new rules could take effect on 1 July 2027, but only after a separate government decree. Failure to enact the reforms could jeopardise up to $29.5 billion in budget funding tied to Western aid.