EU Decision 2025/676 exempts import duties and VAT for goods aiding those affected by Ukraine conflict

VAT and Duty Exemptions for Humanitarian Goods: Commission Decision (EU) 2025/676 grants relief from import duties and VAT for goods distributed free of charge to individuals affected by Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine, effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.
Eligibility and Monitoring Requirements: Goods must be imported by approved state or charitable organizations in Lithuania and Poland, with monthly reporting on the nature, quantities, and values of exempted goods to ensure compliance and prevent misuse.
Humanitarian Assistance Continuation: The decision responds to ongoing humanitarian needs due to the conflict, allowing for the transfer of goods between Member States and to Ukrainian organizations for further distribution to those in need.