Small export of Ukrainian goods abroad

Currently, international marketplaces are gaining popularity, which help local entrepreneurs sell their goods outside of Ukraine. In addition to marketplaces, Ukrposhta promotes the export of goods.

Main marketplaces: amazon , ebay , etsy . It is possible to sell any goods on them: goods for children, souvenir products, accessories for animals, hand-made products, jewelry products.

The most popular business model looks like this:

Step 1. Non-resident seller:

• Makes an order on the marketplace website;
• Pays with a bank card or other instrument in the currency of his country;

Step 2. Marketplace:

• Informs the seller about the formed order;
• Fixes payment from the buyer on his side;
• Sends the consolidated amount to the account of the payment system;

Step 3. Payment system (for example, Payoneer ):

• Redirects the consolidated amount to the resident seller's account;

Step 4. Resident seller:

• Arranges delivery of goods to the client's address;
• Receives the consolidated amount from the payment system.

Thus, to get started, an entrepreneur needs to register on the marketplace and choose a payment system.

How does the export itself take place, or rather the main steps for exporting through Ukrposhta:

1. Ordering a parcel : You can order a shipment through a Ukrposhta office or online through their website or mobile application. To do this, you need to fill out a customs declaration CN22 or CN23, depending on the value and type of goods.

2. Payment of customs duties : In most cases, the exporter does not pay customs duties when shipping from Ukraine, but a recipient in another country may face such duties, depending on local laws.

3. Choice of delivery method : "Ukrposhta" offers various services, including air and ground delivery. There is also the possibility of choosing priority delivery for accelerated receipt.

4. Parcel tracking : After sending, you receive a tracking number that allows you to track the parcel in real time.

5. Insurance : You can insure your package in case it is lost or damaged in transit.

In general, entrepreneurs have good conditions for selling goods outside of Ukraine thanks to a developed system of marketplaces and a simplified export procedure. But we still recommend checking the customs conditions of the buyer's country in advance to avoid returns. In addition , consider taxes in Ukraine, so we advise you to seek additional advice from tax lawyers to avoid unwanted fines .