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FOP on Group 3: what you need to know in 2025

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Finevolution
31.07.2025

If you plan to work legally and without risk, Group 3 of the simplified tax system is one of the most popular options in Ukraine. It is suitable for entrepreneurs who work with both Ukrainian and foreign clients, offer services, or sell goods online. 

However, even with a simplified system, there are many nuances, from choosing the correct types of economic activity (KVEDs) to tax reporting and handling foreign currency payments. It’s important to get everything right from the start: even a minor oversight can lead to tax issues or unnecessary penalties.

At Finevolution, we help entrepreneurs register their FOP, select the best tax model, and take care of ongoing accounting, so that you can focus on your business, not the paperwork.

Key requirements for Group 3 FOP

To register as a Group 3 FOP under the simplified system, an entrepreneur must meet several criteria:

  • Income limit – up to UAH 8.2 million per year (limit for 2025).
  • Types of activity – almost no restrictions: you can provide services, sell goods, and work with both Ukrainian and international clients.
  • Restrictions  not available for FOPs involved in licensed activities (e.g. trade in excise goods).

At first glance, everything may seem simple, but there are many important details. For example, choosing the wrong KVED code can lead to additional tax charges. If you plan to work with foreign clients, it is essential to properly draft foreign currency contracts and comply with currency control regulations.

By the way, if you plan to register a FOP as a marketer, designer, or SMM specialist – we have already explored these topics in detail in our blog:

Tax rates for FOP on Group 3 (2025)

Tax

Rate

When applied

Single Tax

5%

if the FOP operates without VAT

 

3% + VAT

if the FOP operates with VAT

Unified Social Contribution (USC)

22% of the minimum salary

paid quarterly (minimum in 2025 – UAH 1,760 per month)

Military Levy

1%

charged on total income 

Important: Choosing the wrong taxation model (with or without VAT) may lead to additional costs or missed opportunities. At Finevolution, we help clients calculate the best option for their business from the beginning, to avoid unnecessary payments or accounts getting frozen.

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Who should choose FOP Group 3

Group 3 is a flexible and popular choice for entrepreneurs who want to operate legally without complicated accounting.

It’s suitable for:
  • IT professionals and developers working with international clients
  • Designers, marketers, and SMM specialists collaborating with both local and foreign businesses
  • Bloggers, copywriters, and coaches monetizing content or offering online consulting
  • Online schools and course creators receiving direct payments from students
  • Entrepreneurs in e-commerce, including those selling on marketplaces

For more details on specific activities, see our articles:

FOP for Coaches: how to work online without risk
FOP for Bloggers: taxes and brand partnerships
FOP for Psychologists: which KVEDs to choose

Accounting and reporting for FOP Group 3

Even under the simplified tax system, a Group 3 FOP must fulfill key obligations:

  • Tax reporting – quarterly or annually, depending on the selected model
  • Tax and USC payments – within legally defined deadlines
  • Use of cash registers (POS devices) – depending on payment method
  • Currency control – required when receiving foreign payments

Many entrepreneurs assume, “I’ll handle it myself – it’s simple.” But in reality, a single mistake in a tax return or a missed payment can lead to fines or account blocks.

How to register a Group 3 FOP

At first glance, registering a Group 3 FOP in Ukraine seems straightforward:

  1. Choose the correct KVED codes (business activity classification).
  2. Make sure Group 3 is the right fit for your business model.
  3. Submit a registration application via Diia or through a state registrar.
  4. File an application for the simplified tax system.
  5. Open a bank account for the FOP.

However, this is where mistakes often happen, entrepreneurs choose “convenient” KVED codes instead of the ones required for their business, overlook the nuances of working with VAT or foreign currency, or submit incorrect documents. As a result, they have to redo everything from scratch.

In our practice, there were cases where entrepreneurs handled registration themselves. They opened bank accounts and started receiving payments, without checking if the tax office had moved them to the simplified tax system. In the end, all income had to be reported not under 6% (5% unified tax + 1% military levy), but under 18% personal income tax and 1.5% military levy. Why? Because the FOP remained on the general tax system.

These situations occur for various reasons. For example, the tax authority might have failed to see your application for the simplified system due to a technical issue. But the financial consequences are real.

To avoid these risks, we at Finevolution handle everything for you:

  • Full Group 3 FOP registration within 3 business days
  • KVED selection tailored to your business model
  • Immediate setup of the most efficient tax scheme
  • Support with opening a dedicated bank account

You receive a fully operational FOP and can focus on your work, without worrying about fines or blocked accounts. Take the first step toward legal and secure entrepreneurship today. Request a consultation, and we’ll explain how to open a Group 3 FOP correctly and risk-free.


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