Licences and permits

For many activities a licence is the condition of operating lawfully, and losing it stops the business. So it matters not only to obtain the permit but to be able to defend it.

When to get in touch

• you are preparing to apply for a licence or permit
• a licence application has been refused
• revocation proceedings have begun
• sanctions have been applied to the licence holder following an inspection

What the lawyer does

• assesses whether the company meets the licensing conditions
• handles the preparation and filing of documents
• analyses the grounds for refusal or revocation
• prepares complaints and administrative claims
• represents the client during inspections of compliance with licensing conditions
• applies for interim measures where the business’s operations are at stake

Legal basis

Decisions, acts and omissions of licensing authorities are challenged in the administrative court: jurisdiction is governed by Article 19 of the Code of Administrative Procedure of Ukraine and the available remedies by Article 5; the burden of proving lawfulness rests on the public authority (part two of Article 77). Licensing procedure and licensing conditions are set out in special legislation of Ukraine.

Legislation and case law are updated over time; this page reflects the position as of August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Can we keep operating while a revocation dispute runs?

That depends on the terms of the decision and on the measures ordered by the court; in such cases we address interim relief immediately.

Can a refusal to grant a licence be challenged?

Yes, like any decision of a public authority — with the authority bearing the burden of proving that the refusal was lawful.

Need legal assistance? Call us or leave a request — a lawyer will contact you and explain what to do in your situation.