Facilitating QRT Power’s Legal Setup and Immigration Compliance in Ukraine

Subject of the Case

QRT Power, a UK-based multinational company specializing in energy infrastructure—covering traditional power, renewables, oil and gas, and defense applications—chose Ukraine as part of its strategic expansion into Eastern Europe. The company engaged Intermarium Law Firm to ensure full legal compliance during market entry, focusing on business incorporation and the immigration processes for its founder and international employees.

The goal was to establish a legally recognized entity in Ukraine and secure all necessary permits to enable on-site operations led by relocated foreign professionals.

Client’s Situation

To operate effectively in Ukraine, QRT Power needed:

• A properly structured Ukrainian legal entity, compliant with corporate and tax law.
• Work and temporary residence permits for the company’s British founder.
• Immigration support for international employees brought in from abroad.
• Ongoing legal consultation to maintain full compliance with Ukrainian labor, tax, and immigration regulations.

Considering the complexity of Ukrainian administrative procedures, the company sought a partner capable of delivering precise, efficient legal execution. Intermarium Law Firm was selected for its experience in cross-border incorporation and immigration support.

Problem

Launching foreign-owned operations in Ukraine presents several legal and bureaucratic challenges.

For QRT Power, the primary concerns included:

Business Registration Procedures

The Ukrainian incorporation process requires multi-agency coordination—preparing charters, registering with tax authorities, obtaining corporate identification, and complying with corporate governance rules.

Immigration Compliance for the Founder

To manage operations in Ukraine legally, the founder needed both a work permit and a temporary residence permit. These depend on meeting employment standards and document accuracy under Ukrainian immigration law.

Residency Permits for International Employees

Bringing in a foreign workforce involves procedural complexity—temporary residency permits require proper labor documentation, job titles must align with immigration codes, and processing timelines must be monitored.

Long-Term Legal Compliance

Following incorporation, QRT Power needed to maintain legal stability through regular tax filings, labor law compliance, and document renewals for foreign staff. Any mistake could delay operations or result in non-compliance, impacting the company’s ability to do business legally in Ukraine.

Our Approach

Analysis

We began with a legal diagnostic review of QRT Power’s global structure, its business model for Ukraine, and HR needs. This enabled us to determine:

• The optimal corporate form for registration.
• Immigration pathways for the founder and foreign employees.
• The compliance protocols required under Ukrainian law.

Strategy

Our tailored legal strategy addressed three core areas:

• Corporate Setup: Registering a local legal entity optimized for operational efficiency and tax compliance.
• Immigration Compliance: Securing all necessary permits for foreign nationals in accordance with labor and migration law.
• Regulatory Maintenance: Establishing ongoing legal support for labor, tax, and corporate governance.

This strategy allowed for rapid deployment while reducing legal risks during and after incorporation.

Implementation

Entity Formation

• We advised on the most suitable business structure and prepared statutory documents.
• Intermarium registered QRT Power with Ukraine’s Company Registry and tax authorities.
• We facilitated the opening of corporate bank accounts and completed all regulatory filings.

Immigration Support for the Founder

• The founder’s employment contract was drafted in accordance with Ukrainian labor law.
• We obtained a work permit and subsequently a temporary residence permit through the appropriate migration authorities.
• All foreign-issued documents were translated, apostilled, and notarised as required.

Immigration for Foreign Employees

• We worked with QRT Power’s HR team to collect the necessary employee documentation.
• Our team submitted and followed up on residency applications for each employee.
• A tracking system was introduced to monitor visa renewals and ensure continuous compliance.

Post-Incorporation Legal Support

• We provided legal guidance on employment contracts, social security obligations, and foreign employee registrations.
• Intermarium advised on VAT registration, tax compliance, and monthly reporting requirements.

Result

QRT Power successfully entered the Ukrainian market with full legal coverage:

• The Ukrainian entity was officially incorporated and operational.
• The company’s founder received valid work and residence permits, enabling lawful oversight.
• Key foreign employees received temporary residence status, allowing them to work and reside in Ukraine without interruption.
• QRT Power is now operating in full compliance with Ukrainian labor and corporate regulations.

Expert Commentary

“Entering a new jurisdiction is never a matter of paperwork alone—it’s about navigating an entire legal culture. For QRT Power, we built a seamless legal pathway that addressed corporate setup, immigration, and long-term compliance as a unified process.” — Senior Legal Advisor, Intermarium Law Firm

Conclusion

QRT Power’s case illustrates the critical importance of strategic legal support for foreign businesses entering Ukraine. From entity registration to immigration compliance, each component must work in harmony.

Key takeaways include:

• Upfront legal planning reduces risk and accelerates entry.
• Immigration compliance for founders and foreign staff requires accuracy and foresight.
• Ongoing legal monitoring is essential to maintain good standing with regulatory bodies.

By partnering with Intermarium Law Firm, QRT Power was able to transition from market entry to full operations without legal delays or exposure—setting a solid foundation for future growth in Ukraine.

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