Registration of Non-linear Media Service (On-demand Video Service)
Registration of On-demand Audiovisual Media Service with the National Council on Television and Radio Broadcasting
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Briefly about Non-linear Media Service
- Non-linear Audiovisual Media Service — is an on-demand video service: online cinema, VOD platform, streaming, where the user chooses what and when to watch from the catalog.
- Registration of non-linear media is mandatory.
- Any legal entity or individual entrepreneur (FOP) can register as non-linear media, but not a natural person.
- Operating without registration is a violation — fine from 50 to 75 minimum wages. For repeated violation — double fine and referral to law enforcement agencies.
From February 2026, the National Council (Natsrada) registers YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok channels as non-linear media services if they have a systematized video catalog under editorial control, with a permanent name and logo, and provide access to it at the viewer's choice.
Bloggers who non-systematically publish personal content or reposts do not require registration.
Details about Non-linear Media
What is a Non-linear Audiovisual Media Service?
According to paragraph 4, part 1, article 14 of the Law of Ukraine «On Media» No. 2849-IX, a non-linear audiovisual media service (on-demand audiovisual media service) — is the provision of access to audiovisual programs for viewing at a time chosen by the user, at their individual request based on a catalog of programs created by the relevant entity.
Simply put: a video library where the viewer chooses what and when to watch.
Who is this relevant for:
- online cinemas and VOD platforms;
- streaming services with a video catalog;
- YouTube and TikTok channels with systematized video content under editorial control;
- sports, educational, entertainment video platforms;
- any service that provides access to a catalog of audiovisual programs at the user's choice.
Who is required to register?
Registration is mandatory for any legal entity or individual entrepreneur (FOP) that:
- selects audiovisual programs and organizes them into a catalog;
- provides access to this catalog by individual request of the user;
- exercises editorial control over the content.
Regarding YouTube, TikTok, Twitch — according to the National Council's explanation dated 05.01.2026, registration as a non-linear media service is mandatory if the channel owner systematically disseminates programs under editorial control with a permanent name and logo.
Registration is not required if the person:
- non-systematically publishes personal video;
- reposts someone else's content;
- maintains a page to inform about company activities;
- does not exercise editorial control.
What needs to be determined before registration?
Before submitting an application to the National Council, it is necessary to determine:
- the name of the media service;
- the type of service (audiovisual or audio media service on demand);
- IP address or range of IP addresses from which access to the service is provided;
- domain names or URL addresses (indicating domain registrants);
- the territory of service provision.
Procedure for Registering Non-linear Media Service
- Document Preparation from 1 w.d.
- consultations
- document preparation
- signing the application
- payment of state duty
- Submission of Documents to the National Council on Television and Radio Broadcasting 1 w.d.
- Receiving Notification of Non-linear Media Registration to 30 c.d.
- entering information about non-linear media into the Register of Media Entities
Comparison of Non-linear Media Service and Online Media
| ㅤType of Media | Non-linear Media Service | Online Media |
|---|---|---|
| Type of Content | Audiovisual programs (video) | Text, audio, video, other formats |
| Where Distributed | Any platform with a video catalog | Own website, social networks, messengers |
| Registration | Mandatory | Voluntary |
| Registration Authority | National Council (Natsrada) | National Council (Natsrada) |
| Registration Fee | 3 328 UAH | 3 328 UAH |
| Registration Period | up to 30 c.d. | up to 30 c.d. |
| Who Can Register | Legal entity or individual entrepreneur (FOP) | Legal entity, individual entrepreneur (FOP), or natural person |
Penalties for Operating Without Registration
According to article 110 of the Law «On Media», operating without registration is a gross violation. The amount of the fine for registrants is determined in the range from 50 to 75 minimum wages, taking into account the type and technology of broadcasting, territory, time and volume of broadcasting, level of public danger.
For repeated violation — double fine and referral to law enforcement agencies.
List of Documents for Registering Non-linear Media
1. Application for Registration of an Entity in the Field of On-demand Audiovisual Media (Non-linear Media Service)
- Can be signed with a qualified electronic signature (KEP)
2. Extract from the Unified State Register (EDR)
- Documents of the legal entity or individual entrepreneur (FOP) registering the media
- Ownership structure scheme and information about ultimate beneficial owners if a legal entity is registering
3. Copy of Passport or Residence Document in Ukraine
- If registered by an individual entrepreneur (FOP)
FAQ
I have a YouTube channel already registered as online media. Is additional registration as a non-linear media service required?
Yes, if your channel has the characteristics of a non-linear media service — systematically disseminates audiovisual programs under editorial control with a permanent name and logo. These are two different statuses with different legal consequences.
According to the National Council's explanation dated 05.01.2026:
- canceling online media registration is not required;
- registration as a non-linear media service is mandatory;
- notify the National Council about the start of activities — within 10 days after the start.
Is registration required if the service is only available by subscription (paid access)?
How to fulfill the quota for European product?
After registration, at least 30% of the catalog must consist of European products — audiovisual works produced in EU countries or signatories of the European Convention on Transfrontier Television.
If your service contains only your own Ukrainian-produced content — fulfilling this quota without adding external content is challenging. The National Council has not yet provided explanations regarding the application of this requirement to services with purely authorial content.
How much content must be in Ukrainian?
At least 25% of programs and films in the catalog must be in Ukrainian — voiced, dubbed, or performed in the state language.
If you run a channel in Ukrainian — this requirement is automatically fulfilled.
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