Ukrainians have reported billions in income: how much will go to the budget
22 May 09:54
According to the results of the tax filing campaign, Ukrainian citizens reported nearly 299 billion hryvnias in income for 2025. In total, nearly 176,000 tax returns were filed. This represents a 103% increase compared to last year’s campaign.
This was reported by Lesya Karnaukh, acting head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
How much income did Ukrainians declare?
By the end of the tax filing campaign, Ukrainian citizens had submitted nearly 176,000 tax returns.
The total amount of declared income for 2025 is nearly 299 billion UAH
The State Tax Service notes that this year’s figure exceeded the result of the previous tax filing campaign.
How much tax do citizens have to pay
Based on the results of the tax filing, Ukrainians independently determined the following amounts to be paid:
| Type of payment | Amount |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 5.7 billion UAH |
| Military levy | 2.5 billion UAH |
The tax authority reminds taxpayers: all tax liabilities must be paid by July 31.
Which regions reported income most actively
Compared to last year, residents of several regions were the most active in declaring income.
Growth was recorded in:
- Rivne Oblast — 10%;
- Mykolaiv Oblast — 8%;
- Volyn Oblast — 7%;
- Odesa Oblast — 6%;
- Kyiv — 6%.
These figures indicate an increase in citizens’ participation in voluntary income reporting.
Foreign income: how many Ukrainians filed tax returns
Separately, the State Tax Service drew attention to citizens who received foreign income.
Such income was declared by 12,700 taxpayers. Compared to last year, their number increased by 3,400 people.
The total amount of declared foreign income is: 20.7 billion UAH
How much tax was assessed on foreign income
Based on the results of foreign income declarations, citizens independently determined the following amounts payable:
| Type of payment | Amount |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax on foreign income | 2.4 billion UAH |
| Military levy | UAH 1.0 billion |
This means that a significant portion of tax liabilities under the tax filing campaign stems specifically from Ukrainians’ foreign income.
What the State Tax Service says
Lesya Karnaukh emphasized that the State Tax Service is working to change the culture of voluntary tax compliance in Ukraine and is improving electronic services for taxpayers.
“The State Tax Service is actively working to bring about meaningful changes in the culture of voluntary tax compliance in Ukraine. To this end, we are also improving our services—just yesterday, together with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, we launched the submission of tax returns and the receipt of tax credits via the Diia app,” noted Lesya Karnaukh.
According to her, responsible tax payment is crucial for the country’s financial stability.
“We are grateful to every taxpayer who, despite all the challenges, chooses to operate honestly and transparently. And most importantly—pays taxes responsibly. Because this is about our ability to ensure the country’s defense capability, support social programs, and pay salaries and pensions. It’s about working together to ensure the country’s survival,” emphasized the head of the State Tax Service.
Who was required to file a declaration
A declaration of assets and income must be filed by citizens who received income from which tax was not withheld by a tax agent.
Specifically, this includes:
- foreign income;
- income from property rentals;
- investment income;
- income from the sale of certain types of property;
- inheritance or gifts in cases specified by law;
- other income subject to declaration.
