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The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has recently updated the mobilisation exemption rules to bolster the defence industry and economic stability. This significant change allows for the reservation of defence industry employees, even if they have registration issues, ensuring a steady workforce in critical sectors. Moreover, enterprises directly involved in frontline and border areas may see an increase in the percentage of employees granted mobilisation exemption. The Ministry of Defence is collaborating with the Ministry of Health to adjust exemptions for medical personnel, focusing on staffing medical units. These steps are part of broader efforts to maintain operational capabilities and safeguard the economic resilience of Ukraine during challenging times. The introduction of the 'eReservation' service on the Diia portal facilitates easier reservation processes, reflecting the Ukrainian government's commitment to adapting military service obligations to current needs.

How has the mobilisation exemption impacted Ukraine's defence industry?

The mobilisation exemption rules have profoundly fortified Ukraine's defence industry by allowing the reservation of personnel, even those with registration issues. These amendments ensure essential human resources are retained, thus maintaining production and operational capacity in important sectors, even amidst ongoing conflict.

What impact do mobilisation exemptions have on Ukraine's economy?

Mobilisation exemptions play a crucial role in safeguarding Ukraine's economic resilience. By allowing reservations for key industry workers, the government ensures that essential services and industries continue to function, minimizing disruption to production and economic activity despite military obligations.

Can defence industry employees be reserved without proper registration?

Yes, recent changes by the Verkhovna Rada now allow for the reservation of defence industry employees, even those facing registration issues. This is a strategic move to protect vital industries and maintain their workforce without bureaucratic hurdles hindering their operational capacity.

What are the new guidelines for health professionals regarding mobilisation exemptions?

The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, has reviewed exemptions for medical personnel. The goal is to ensure specialists in critical medical fields are available to staff military medical units, adapting exemptions to support urgent field requirements without compromising the healthcare system's capacity.

How does the 'eReservation' service work for mobilisation exemptions?

The 'eReservation' service, accessible via the Diia portal, simplifies the reservation process for individuals eligible for military exemption. This digital service is part of Ukraine's efforts to modernize administrative procedures, ensuring easy access and management of exemptions, thereby supporting operational efficiency in critical sectors.

Are mobilisation exemptions affecting Ukraine's front-line enterprises?

The government is considering increasing the mobilisation exemption percentage for enterprises in frontline and border areas. This measure aims to ensure these critical locations maintain sufficient staffing levels, supporting their strategic operations and contributing to national defence and economic resilience.

What steps have been taken to ensure the validity of mobilisation exemptions?

The Ukrainian government has introduced new guidelines, requiring enterprises to update their criticality status, ensuring only those meeting the standards can reserve employees. This ensures that mobilisation exemptions are both necessary and strategically beneficial, aligning with national interests and legal standards.

How does the Ministry of Economy view the mobilisation exemption measures?

The Ministry of Economy views these mobilisation exemption measures as essential to maintaining Ukraine's economic stability. By safeguarding critical industry personnel, the government minimizes operational disruptions, ensuring that essential services and industries continue unimpeded during periods where military demands are high.

What is the role of the Diia portal in mobilisation reservations?

The Diia portal plays a pivotal role in simplifying the mobilisation reservation process. By digitizing the procedure, it enables easier access for individuals to secure exemptions quickly and efficiently, reducing bureaucratic delays and ensuring that critical workforce members are retained in essential sectors.

What are the implications of mobilisation exemptions on Ukraine's workforce?

Mobilisation exemptions significantly impact Ukraine's workforce by keeping essential workers in place, ensuring industries remain functional and productive. This is crucial in maintaining economic momentum and supporting the defence sector's operational needs, thus balancing military service obligations with economic stability.

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руслан,стефанчук None of three options for economic booking will gain support in Verkhovna Rada - Stefanchuk The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk, is sceptical about the so-called economic reservation. He believes that none of the three proposed bills on economic reservation will gain the necessary support among MPs. 4 200 31

Свириденко про економічне бронювання Svyrydenko on economic reservation: First we need to hear military, and only then make decision Before making a decision on economic reservation, the opinion of the military must first be heard. 1 995 26

Понад 800 тисяч осіб заброньовано від мобілізації More than 800 thousand people are currently reserved under model of strategic reservation from mobilization - "servant of people" Natalukha Under the strategic reservation model, more than 800,000 people have been reserved for mobilization to date. 5 409 24

військовий,мобілізація,квиток What categories of state officials are subject to reservation: Explanation of MoD Currently, there is a clear list of categories of state officials who will be exempt from mobilization. 9 735 23 War in Ukraine

Бронювання від мобілізації: Через паузу підприємства можуть втратити працівників Pauses in exemption from military service threaten companies with loss of critical employees - NV It will be impossible to exempt an employee in the next three weeks as Ukraine continues to audit critical enterprises. But that's not all: after November 15, companies may lose the right to exempt employees, and the military exemption procedure may change. And while this pause lasts, companies risk facing production disruptions and the loss of critical employees. 2 815 21

Зупинка бронювання: як це вплине на економіку? Suspension of military exemption has destructive impact on economy and sends negative signals to investors - media Suspension of military exemption of workers has a destructive impact on the economy, as in such conditions businesses may lose the ability to maintain even the current level of production. In addition, it sends negative signals to investors and partners of Ukraine who planned to invest in our industry. 2 780 18

booking From today, all reservations made under old rules are no longer valid - Ministry of Economy Starting 1 April 2025, all reservations made under the old rules will become invalid. Only companies that have already updated their criticality status in accordance with the new requirements will be able to continue booking their specialists after this date. 12 287 68 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

How many people are reserved from mobilisation in Ukraine As of today, 900-950 thousand people have been reserved for mobilisation - Shmyhal Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that as of today, about 900-950 thousand people have been reserved Ukraine. 6 511 17 Previously in trend: mobilization

У Раді пропонують запровадити економічну мобілізацію "Servant of people" Natalukha: Rada is considering introduction of ’economic mobilization’ for business The Verkhovna Rada is drafting a bill to introduce economic mobilization as part of economic reservation. 6 452 15

Зупинка бронювання є загрозою There is no logic in suspending military exemption of critical employees - expert Suspension of military exemption, which the government has implemented, poses a real threat to the operation of strategically important enterprises and could cause numerous disruptions in their work. Therefore, the mechanism for retaining important employees should be restored as soon as possible. 4 652 13

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Frontline enterprises may increase percentage of employees granted mobilization exemption The government will consider increasing the percentage of employees granted mobilization exemption at enterprises located and operating directly in frontline and border areas. 2 178 13 Previously in trend: Support for frontline communities Employee mobilization exemption

влк No need to undergo medical examination for reservations from mobilization - Ministry of Digital Transformation Persons liable for military service do not need to undergo a military medical commission (MMC) to apply for a reservation from mobilization. 5 611 13

Поліція Києва затримала викладача приватного ВИШу He promised employment for $10 thousand for reservation from conscription: University teacher was detained in Kyiv. PHOTOS In Kyiv, a PhD candidate of a higher education institution was exposed for setting up a scheme to illegally obtain funds. The man was supposed to assist in applying for a job in an organisation engaged in demining. This would allow him to get a reservation and avoid mobilisation. 3 267 12

Some medical workers may lose military exemption status – Defence Ministry clarifies who is affected MoD: Request to Ministry of Health on lifting exemptions from military service for medics concerns only targeted complete staffing of AFU Medical Forces units The request submitted by Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence to the Ministry of Health concerns only specialists in critically undersupplied medical fields who have undergone training in military occupational specialties and are needed to complete staffing of Armed Forces medical units. 1 356 24 Previously in trend: mobilization Reservation of medics

Some employees of public utilities will be able to get reservation Employees of public utilities will be able to receive reservations: Zelenskyy enacts NSDC decision Employees of heating companies, water utilities, and household waste management will be able to receive reservations from mobilisation. No more than 75% of the total number of employees liable for military service in these companies will be able to be booked. 5 817 24

Дія Beta testing of electronic reservation has started in Diia - Fedorov Today, the Diia app has launched beta testing of electronic reservations. It will last for several weeks, after which the online service will be released. 3 159 11

military, medic Medics removed from exemption will be enlisted in Armed Forces under 1-year contract – Liashko Medics removed from exemption will be drafted into the Armed Forces under a one-year contract and will serve only in medical positions. 3 625 12

дія Electronic booking to be launched on Diia portal The e-booking functionality will be launched on the "Diia" portal. 6 891 10 Incidents

NAUDI Executive Director Serhii Honcharov NAUDI warns of critical risks for defence industry due to new government mobilization exemption rules The National Association of Ukrainian Defence Industries (NAUDI) says Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 1608, adopted on December 8, 2025, on exempting defence enterprise employees from mobilization, has created serious risks. 2 754 12 Previously in trend: Employee mobilization exemption

ДСНС Only operational employees of SES are reserved from mobilization - Head of Department Danyk Only operational employees of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine who are directly involved in rescuing people are reserved from mobilization. 3 435 10

Diia Military exemption service on Diia portal is available again - Ministry of Economy The military exemption service on the Diia portal is available again. 1 141 9 Previously in trend: mobilization

застосунок резерв+ Data on reservations of persons liable for military service will be uploaded to "Reserve+" by end of week - Ministry of Defence The data on reservations for persons liable for military service will be uploaded to the Reserve+ application by the end of this week. 3 049 9

Дія Critical enterprises have exempted more than 160 thousand employees through Diia - Fedorov Critical enterprises have already exempted 160+ thousand employees through Diia 1 335 9

Reservations at defence enterprises Defence enterprises can continue to book 100% of employees - clarification of Ministry of Economy Critically important defence enterprises recognised by the Ministry of Strategy and Industry will continue to be able to book 100% of their employees as before. The allegations of a reduction in the volume of bookings for such enterprises, as well as alleged threats to the defence industry due to changes to the booking procedure, are not true. 4 174 7

міноборони MoD is working on launching eReservation service The Ministry of Defense, together with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, the Ministry of Economy and the Pension Fund, are working to launch the eReservation service. 2 167 7

New mobilisation exemption rules 45-day mechanism for defence industry and abolition of 72-hour checks: Cabinet of Ministers amends mobilisation exemption rules Today, 8 December, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved changes to the procedure for granting mobilisation exemption to those liable for military service. They are intended to protect the staffing potential of enterprises that operate in the defence-industrial complex and ensure the country's economic resilience. 5 336 9

Дія Cabinet of Ministers has adopted Resolution on digitalization of reservations: Ministry of Digital Transformation explained how it will work. INFOGRAPHICS The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a resolution on the digitalization of reservations. 3 165 7

Organizers of tax evasion schemes exposed Service in rear and fictitious military exemption: Organisers of ’schemes for draft evader’ exposed in Khmelnytskyi region and Dnipro. PHOTOS Two mobilization evasion schemes organized by residents of the Khmelnytskyi and Dnipro regions were exposed. Both were served a notice of suspicion of trading in influence and incitement to give an unlawful benefit to an official (Part 4 of Art. 27, Part 3 of Art. 369, Part 3 of Art. 369-2 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). 3 254 5

Статус бронювання від мобілізації тепер можна побачити у Резерв+ Reserve+ application will display status of reservation from mobilization To update a document in the app and see your new status, click the three dots to the right of the document and select Update Document. After that, you will see your current status. 2 844 4

postponement of mobilisation We plan to extend deadline for determining criticality and re-booking of employees until 31 March, - Shmyhal The government plans to extend the deadline for confirming the criticality of enterprises, as well as the deadline for rebooking employees, until 31 March 2025. 4 835 12

Електронне бронювання на порталі "Дія" Electronic reservation of persons liable for military service is launched on Diia portal Electronic reservation is now available in Diia. From now on, managers of critical enterprises and those that meet the needs of the Defense Forces can book employees through the Diia portal. 3 031 4

Reservation of defence industry employees: what did the Rada decide? Rada has allowed reservation of defence industry employees, even if they have registration issues The Verkhovna Rada has approved a bill that will allow defence industry employees to be reserved even if they have problems with military registration. 4 830 10 Previously in trend: mobilization Mobilisation in Ukraine Employee mobilization exemption

резерв Reservation status is now available in "Reserve+" - Ministry of Defense The Reserve+ application now allows uploading up-to-date reservation data to an electronic military record document. 3 565 3

Електронне бронювання на порталі Дія About 3 thousand companies have used e-booking service in Diia - Ministry of Digital Transformation Since 17 July, about 3,000 companies have used the e-booking service on the Diia portal. These include both private companies and state-owned enterprises. 2 528 1

шурма President’s Office rejects idea to reserve men with high salaries from mobilization – People’s Deputy (updated) The President’s Office has refused the idea of relating mobilization reservations for men to the amount of official salaries and paid taxes. 55 0 Ukrainian Politics

козицький Government should consider exemption from mobilization for private entrepreneurs, it will bring billions to finance AFU, - Kozytskyi, head of LRMA The Cabinet of Ministers should consider the possibility of exempting employees from mobilization who are employed by individual entrepreneurs. This will significantly increase revenues to the state and local budgets, and thus raise additional funds to finance the Armed Forces. 27 0

резерв,мобілізація Cabinet of Ministers has changed procedure for exemption of employees from mobilization through Diia The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the procedure for exempting persons liable for military service through the Diia web portal. 70 0

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