Customs violations are violations of the procedure for moving goods, vehicles, or documents across the customs border. These can be errors, technical failures, or deliberate actions, but in any case the consequences are serious:
fines of hundreds of thousands of hryvnias;
confiscation of goods;
suspension of foreign economic activity;
criminal proceedings under articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (in complex cases).
Non-declaration or false declaration of goods
Undervaluation of customs value
Violation of transit or temporary importation deadlines
Import of goods without licenses/certificates
Falsification of documents or forgery of invoices
Our team of lawyers specializes in customs disputes. We:
We analyze the protocol and evidence of the violation.
We form a defense position - technical, legal, expert
We represent the client in the customs authority or court
We prepare complaints, explanations, and requests to the State Customs Service
We appeal against illegal actions or decisions in administrative proceedings
We have won dozens of cases in customs courts throughout Ukraine.
Protected clients' property from confiscation
Fines were reduced by 3–5 times
We work quickly — ready to start within 24 hours
Do not sign the protocol without consultation. Often, customs officers offer to "quickly close the issue" - this is a trap. Once the documents are signed, it is difficult to change the position.
You have 10 days to appeal the report. or providing explanations. Time is of the essence.
The cost of the fine may exceed the cost of the goods — don't take any risks without a lawyer.
Can confiscated goods be returned?
Yes, if it is proven that there was no violation or violation by customs.
How long does the case take to process?
Depending on the jurisdiction, it can take from 2 weeks to 3 months.
Can the fine be canceled completely?
Yes, in case of formal or procedural violations.