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Freight transportation license

Freight transportation license

Are you planning to start a freight transportation business? Let’s figure out when you need a license and when you can operate without one.

When a cargo transportation license is NOT required

No license is required for regular cargo transportation within Ukraine. You can start work immediately after:

  • Registration of an individual entrepreneur or legal entity
  • Registration of a vehicle
  • Obtaining the necessary permits for specific types of activities (if required)

When a license is MANDATORY

  1. When carrying out international cargo transportation
  2. When transporting dangerous goods (ADR) both within Ukraine and abroad
  3. When transporting hazardous waste

How to obtain a license for international freight transportation

Cost and terms

  • State fee: 3028 UAH (paid after receiving the license)
  • Processing time: 2-5 business days
  • Validity period: unlimited

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Required documents for obtaining a license

Document type Individual entrepreneur Legal entity
Registration documents Extract from the Unified State Register Extract from the Unified State Register
Transport documents – Vehicle registration certificate
– Temporary registration certificate for international transportation (if the car is rented)
– Vehicle registration certificate
– Temporary registration certificate for international transportation (if the car is rented)
Education documents Education diploma (university, college or technical school) Manager’s education diploma (university, college or technical school)
Personal documents Passport of a citizen of Ukraine – Order on the appointment of a manager
– Manager identification code
Additional documents Agreement with ATP (if available)

Carrier requirements

  • Vehicles weighing 3.5 tons or more
  • Drivers with categories C, C1, CE, C1E
  • Experience in domestic transportation from 1 year
  • For ADR, an additional safety consultant is required

Responsibility

The following fines are imposed for international transportation without a license:

  • From 17,000 to 34,000 UAH
  • Possible confiscation of the vehicle

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The process of obtaining a license for international freight transportation

  1. Preparatory stage:
    • Gathering the necessary documents
    • Checking compliance with the requirements
  2. Submission of documents:
    • Registration in the “Shlyakh” system
    • Uploading documents
    • Filling out an application
  3. Obtaining a license:
    • Document verification by Ukrtransbezpeka
    • Entry into the register
    • Possibility of obtaining a paper extract

Important nuances of international cargo transportation

Before starting international freight transportation, it is important to take into account a number of specific requirements and restrictions established by law. Violation of these requirements may result in fines and license revocation. Here are the key points to pay attention to:

  • One vehicle cannot be used by several licensees
  • When changing data, it is necessary to update the information in the system
  • Employed drivers work under the employer’s license
  • All documents are submitted through the electronic system “Shlyakh”

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Additional requirements for ADR transportation

The transportation of dangerous goods requires special attention to safety and compliance with special regulations. In addition to the standard requirements for international transportation, additional conditions must be met for the transportation of dangerous goods (ADR):

  • Special transport equipment
  • Availability of an additional certificate
  • Specially trained personnel
  • Additional permits for the transport of dangerous goods

If you need to obtain a license to transport goods, our law firm is ready to take care of all the paperwork. We know all the nuances of the licensing procedure and will help you avoid common mistakes that can delay the process. Fill out the form below to consult with a lawyer soon.

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