Ukraine and Türkiye Trade Agreement Has Entered Force
Exporters now utilize new tariff preferences to trade goods between Ukraine and Türkiye.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in International Trade
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The Free Trade Agreement between Ukraine and Türkiye officially entered into force, establishing new duty exemptions and reduced rates for bilateral trade. The deal provides full liberalization for the vast majority of product groups while setting specific quotas for others.
Why it matters
This trade deal lowers the cost of cross-border commerce by eliminating or reducing duties, allowing businesses in both nations to integrate their supply chains more effectively. The agreement creates a clear legal framework for preferential trade that replaces previous duty structures.
The agreement grants full liberalization for 84% of product groups and establishes tariff quotas for 6% of categories. For origin declarations, the maximum consignment value is set at EUR 6,000.
The players
Ukraine
An Eastern European nation that acts as a primary party to the new international trade agreement.
Türkiye
A cross-continental nation that functions as a key trade partner in this bilateral tariff agreement.
The details
Businesses must now document the origin of goods to qualify for reduced or eliminated duties, specifically by providing a EUR.1 movement certificate or a declaration of origin. When filing customs documentation, operators are required to utilize codes 429 and 430 to secure preferential treatment under the new rules. This transition facilitates a more streamlined customs process for qualifying goods moving between the two nations.
Timeline
February 3, 2022: The agreement was signed in Kyiv.
July 14, 2026: Ukraine ratified the agreement.
October 1, 2026: The agreement entered into force and export preferences began.
January 1, 2027: Import preferences for Turkish goods take effect.
Market Landscape
This agreement follows the pattern of market integration set by the European Union-Ukraine Association Agreement. It formalizes a new bilateral standard that deepens trade ties between the two signatories outside of broader regional blocs.
Operators currently moving goods between these nations should update customs filings to utilize codes 429 and 430 immediately. Ensure all shipments are accompanied by a EUR.1 certificate to qualify for the new tariff exemptions.
The takeaway
The implementation of this trade agreement reduces the financial barrier for importers and exporters operating between these two markets. Business owners should consult their customs brokers to verify if their specific product codes qualify for the new 84% liberalization threshold.
What happens next
Turkish import preferences for goods entering Ukraine are scheduled to begin on January 1, 2027.
Further reading
For broader trends in cross-border commerce, visit International Trade.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Interfax-Ukraine.
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