Business in Denmark: Ukrainians Taking Action
On May 25, right in the heart of Copenhagen at the 3F union headquarters (Kampmannsgade 4), we held an open educational conference:
“Business in Denmark: Company Types, Tax Card Overview, and Annual Reporting”,
organized by The European-Ukrainian Hub in partnership with 3F – Fagligt Fælles Forbund and the NGO Bevar Ukraine.
This was part of our ongoing free educational program for Ukrainian entrepreneurs in Denmark and brought together over 100 participants — active business owners, freelancers, creatives, consultants, and those just exploring the idea of starting something of their own.
Why we did it
We created this event for Ukrainians in Denmark who want to start or scale their businesses. The focus was on real issues: what company forms exist, how the tax system works, what reporting is required, and where to even begin.
We made practice the priority — no abstract theory. Just information you can actually use. Participants asked sharp questions, explored real cases, and had direct access to experts for one-on-one guidance. In total, more than 25 private consultations took place during the event — something that’s often missing in traditional formats.
The event was dynamic and interactive, with live discussions, networking, personal consultations, and a space where every question got heard.
Talks that delivered
The first speaker was Oksana Medetska, entrepreneur, founder of a consulting company in Denmark, and an expert in small and medium business taxation with over 10 years of experience. Her talk broke down the essentials:
- Company types in Denmark — PMV, EMV, ApS
- When to pay B-skat vs. A-skat
- How to submit a forskudsopgørelse (preliminary tax estimate)
- When to register for MOMS (VAT)
- What expenses can be included
- How to combine multiple business activities within legal limits
The session ran for over an hour and sparked immediate audience interaction. Questions started coming in within the first minutes. Participants shared personal situations, asked clarifying questions, and stayed fully engaged throughout.
Next: BoostUp
The next speaker was Veronika Rulli, program manager of The European-Ukrainian Hub and BoostUp project — an international initiative for youth from Scandinavia and Ukraine aimed at creating entrepreneurial solutions for people, the planet, and the future.
BoostUp is implemented by Danish Entrepreneurs, Internetstiftelsen, and The Danish-Ukrainian Youth House, and funded by the Nordic Council.
Veronika introduced the new digital platform that gives users free access to educational materials, online workshops, and a changemaker community.
Hands-on learning and advice
After a lunch break hosted by 3F (with pizza, hot drinks, and wine), participants returned for the practical part.
Oksana Medetska began one-on-one consultations, while the stage was handed over to Victor Sydorchuk, board member of Bevar Ukraine and a consultant on legal and integration issues. He explained:
- How to declare projected income correctly
- How to complete the annual tax report
- How to apply for tax deductions
- How to resolve disputes with tax authorities
- Most importantly — how to spot fraud and use official communication tools like e-Boks
A strong finish
The closing speaker was Anthony Sylvester, National Policy Advisor on labor market, education, and migration at 3F København. He is also a member of the Danish Council for Human Rights, a project lead at Ballerup Municipality, a member of ENAR, and the European Network of Migrant Workers.
“I understand your concerns and the uncertainty. But Denmark supports Ukrainians. The government recognizes the war will not end soon, and there is strong consensus across most parties about long-term support. The current integration plan is set for five years.”
Anthony also spoke about Denmark’s labor culture, which is built on trust, equality, self-management, and work-life balance. He encouraged participants to give themselves permission to rest and make mistakes, highlighting that adapting to this system isn’t weakness — it’s opportunity.
What people said
“Today was fantastic — meaningful, clear, helpful. Thanks to the organizers for bringing this to life.”
“This was an informative meeting that gave a lot of clarity. Thank you.”
"Thank you for this workshop. You’re doing something truly important. This topic was so relevant that I honestly think we need a separate event just for Q&A — there were so many questions. I didn’t manage to get a one-on-one consultation with Oksana because the line was long, but that’s okay. I’ll keep an eye on your future events. Grateful to be learning so much and feeling supported. Wishing your team all the best.”
What’s next
Similar events have already been held in Odense and Aalborg, and more are on the way across Jutland.
The European-Ukrainian Hub continues to build a platform of practical support for Ukrainian entrepreneurs in Denmark — by sharing knowledge, connecting people with experts, and growing a community that takes action.
