Basic information
Outline of the system
Import of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose is сarried out on a permission basis. The relevant permission is issued by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, if such type of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose is in the register of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices that can be used on the territory of Ukraine in the radio frequency bands of special use.
Product coverage
Radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose listed in Annex 2 to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 184 of 8 April 2015 "On the approval of the procedures for issuing permission for import of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose and import from abroad, acquisition, installation and operation of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose" are subject to the permission for import, issued by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Nature of licensing
Automatic
If Automatic, administrative purpose
Non-Automatic
If Non-Automatic, description of the notified Non-Automatic Licensing regime
Products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
The permission is not intended to restrict the quantity or value of importation of goods. The purpose is an efficient and rational use of the radio frequency resource of Ukraine to ensure state security.
Questions for products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
Not applicable.
The system applies to products originating from which country?
The system applies to goods imported from all countries, except if they originate from a country that is recognized by law as an occupant state and/or recognized as an aggressor state in Ukraine according to the legislation, or are imported from the territory of the occupant state (aggressor) and/or from the occupied territory of Ukraine determined as such by law.
Expected duration of licensing procedure
Legal requirements
Is the licensing statutorily required?
The legislation under which the permission is maintained includes:
- Law of Ukraine "On Radio Frequency Resource of Ukraine";
- Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 184 of 8 April 2015 "On the approval of the procedures for issuing permission for import of radio-electronic means and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose and import from abroad, acquisition, installation and operation of radio-electronic means and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose".
Does the legislation leave designation of products to be subject to licensing to administrative discretion?
Is it possible for the government to abolish the system without legislative approval?
The system cannot be abolished without legislative approval.
Eligibility of applicants
Is there a system of registration of persons or firms permitted to engage in importation?
What persons or firms are eligible to apply for a licence?
Special users of the radio frequency resource of Ukraine and entities importing radio-electronic means and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose to the territory of Ukraine in the interests of special users are allowed to apply for a permission.
Is there a registration fee?
Is there a published list of authorized importers?
Contact point for information on eligibility
Ministry/Authority
Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Website
Contact officer
Submission of an application
Administrative body(ies) for submission of an application
Documentation requirements
What information is required in applications?
What documents is the importer required to supply with the application?
The requirements for documents, as well as their list, are specified by the Order of the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine No. 02 - Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine of 19 May 2010.
Window of submission of an application
How far in advance of importation must application for a licence be made?
Are there any limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence can be made? If so, explain
There are no restrictions regarding a period of the year during which it is allowed to file an application for the permission and/or importation.
Issuing the license
Can a licence be granted immediately on request?
A permission is not issued immediately.
Can licences be obtained within a shorter time-limit or for goods arriving at the port without a licence
The decision on issuing a permission or on its refusal shall be made within ten business days from the date of receipt of the application.
Which administrative body is responsible for approving application of licences?
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine considers the application for a permit.
Must the applications be passed on to other organs for visa, note or approval?
Are there any other conditions attached to the issue of a licence?
No.
Fees and other administrative charges
Is there any licensing fee or administrative charge?
No fee is charged for issuing the permission.
What is the amount of the fee or charge?
Is there any deposit or advance payment required associated with the issue of licences?
No deposit or advance payment requirement associated with the issue of permission.
Amount or rate?
Is it refundable?
What is the period of retention?
What is the purpose of this requirement?
Refusal of an application
Under what circumstances may an application for a licence be refused other than failure to meet the ordinary criteria?
The grounds for refusal to issue a permission are set out by the Law of Ukraine No. 2806-IV of 6 September 2005 "On the permit system in the sphere of economic activity" and include:
- submission of an incomplete package of documents required to obtain a permission;
- identification of inaccurate information in the documents submitted; and
- negative conclusion on the results of examinations and surveys or other scientific and technical assessments required for the issuance of a permission.
Are the reasons for any refusal given to applicants?
The grounds for refusal to issue a permission are set out by the Law of Ukraine No. 2806-IV of 6 September 2005 "On the permit system in the sphere of economic activity"
Have applicants a right of appeal in the event of refusal to issue a licence?
The grounds for refusal to issue a permission are set out by the Law of Ukraine No. 2806-IV of 6 September 2005 "On the permit system in the sphere of economic activity"
If so, to what bodies and under what procedures?
The grounds for refusal to issue a permission are set out by the Law of Ukraine No. 2806-IV of 6 September 2005 "On the permit system in the sphere of economic activity"
Importation
Are there any limitations as to the period of year during which importation may be made?
There are no restrictions regarding a period of the year during which it is allowed to file an application for the permission and/or importation.
What documents are required upon actual importation?
At the time of actual importation the origin of the permission to import of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose, is required along with other necessary customs documents. Requisites of the permission for import of radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose are also specified in the preliminary customs declaration.
Along with this the importer need to present the document on conformity assessment issued by the General Staff of the Armed Forces on whether the radio-electronic equipment and radiating-emitting devices of special purpose belong to those that are allowed for use on the territory of Ukraine.
Are there any other administrative procedures, apart from import licensing and similar administrative procedures, required prior to importation?
No.
Conditions of licensing
What is the period of validity of a licence? Can the validity be extended? How?
The permission is valid for specified period of time.
Is there any penalty for the non-utilization of a licence or a portion of a licence?
There is no penalty for non-utilization of a permission or a portion of a permission.
Are licences transferable between importers? If so, are any limitations or conditions attached to such transfer?
Permissions are not transferable between importers.
Foreign Exchange
Is foreign exchange automatically provided by the banking authorities for goods to be imported?
Not applicable.