Status
RESEARCH
Program Snapshot
Current status fields and timeline data from the profile record.
Type
RETAIL
Program classification
Wallets
Not listed
Annual Volume
Not listed
Status and Timeline
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Announced | 2021-09-01 |
| Pilot start | Not listed |
| Launch | Not listed |
| Last verified | 2026-03-28 |
Availability
- Retail
- research
- Wholesale
- none
Central Bank
National Bank of Ukraine
Technical Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Retail |
| Architecture | two-tier |
| Access model | account based |
| Technology base | dlt |
| Legal tender | none |
Capabilities
offline payments: No
programmability: Yes
cross border: No
interest bearing: No
transaction limits: Yes
Cross-Border Projects
No cross-border project entries are listed for this profile.
Recent Updates
According to the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), the e-hryvnia project is in the research phase as of March 2026, analyzing usage scenarios and global CBDC experience. The project officially launched in September 2021, with the 'e-hryvnia' trademark registered in 2022. A first pilot was conducted December 2018 - February 2019 for internal NBU employee use only. According to NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyy (August 2025), preparations for a pilot project are underway with technology partner selection nearing completion. However, NBU representatives stated in March 2026 that significant CBDC investments are 'not a priority' during the war, focusing instead on long-term technological solutions. Deputy Governor Oleksiy Shaban confirmed DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) is being considered for implementation. The planned architecture is two-tier with banks and payment service providers as intermediaries. Programmability features include smart contracts for targeted social transfers, programmed payouts, and innovative financial products. The e-hryvnia is defined in Ukrainian law as an electronic form of the currency of Ukraine issued by the NBU.
Updated: Mar 28, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ukraine have a CBDC?
According to listed sources, Ukraine is developing Ukraine e-Hryvnia, currently in research phase.
What is the current status of Ukraine's CBDC?
Ukraine e-Hryvnia is in research phase as of 2026-03-28.
When did Ukraine start CBDC pilot activity?
No pilot start date is listed for this program.
How many users or wallets are reported for Ukraine's CBDC?
Wallet metrics are not listed in the current dataset.
Is Ukraine's CBDC retail, wholesale, or hybrid?
Ukraine e-Hryvnia is categorized as retail.
Which institution manages Ukraine e-Hryvnia?
Ukraine e-Hryvnia is managed by National Bank of Ukraine.
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Sources
Sources
Last verified: 2026-03-28
E-hryvnia - National Bank of Ukraine
central bank
E-hryvnia Draft Vision - National Bank of Ukraine
central bank
E-hryvnia to be launched in Ukraine - RBC-Ukraine
news
The e-hryvnia project is still in the research phase - DOU
news