Ukraine Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Ukraine's control of corruption was -0.58 in 2025, ranked 138th globally. This represents a 15.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Ukraine's control of corruption stood at -0.58 in 2025, a rise of +0.11 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.58 by 2025. Ukraine ranked 138th globally.
Ukraine’s control of corruption score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators has risen modestly over the 26‑year series, moving from a low of –1.26 in 1998 to the all‑time peak of –0.58 in 2025, where it ranks 138th globally. The latest 2025 value of –0.58 reflects a gradual improvement but remains well below the scores of peer countries such as Algeria (–0.57) and Uzbekistan (–0.59), indicating that Ukraine still lags behind regional comparators in curbing corrupt practices. The upward trajectory began after the deep trough of the late 1990s, with incremental gains each year, yet the magnitude of change is limited, leaving the country in the lower third of the index. Continued reforms in the public sector, stronger enforcement of anti‑corruption legislation, and alignment with European Union standards could accelerate progress, potentially lifting Ukraine’s score above its current plateau in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.53 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.58 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.58 | +0.11 | #138 |
| 2023 | -0.69 | −0.05 | #149 |
| 2022 | -0.63 | +0.15 | #142 |
| 2021 | -0.79 | +0.05 | #153 |
| 2020 | -0.83 | −0.03 | #156 |
| 2019 | -0.80 | +0.12 | #152 |
| 2018 | -0.92 | −0.09 | #167 |
| 2017 | -0.83 | +0.04 | #159 |
| 2016 | -0.87 | +0.17 | #164 |
| 2015 | -1.04 | −0.01 | #175 |
| 2014 | -1.02 | +0.15 | #172 |
| 2013 | -1.18 | −0.06 | #179 |
| 2012 | -1.12 | −0.03 | #176 |
| 2011 | -1.09 | −0.05 | #171 |
| 2010 | -1.03 | +0.04 | #168 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ukraine matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ukraine's control of corruption was -0.58 in 2025. Ranked 138th globally. This represents a 15.9% increase from the previous year.
Ukraine's control of corruption peaked at -0.58 in 2025.
The lowest control of corruption in Ukraine was -1.26 in 1998.
Ukraine ranks 138th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Ukraine's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.58 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Ukraine in 2025 was -0.58. This ranks 138th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ukraine_control-of-corruption,
title = {Ukraine Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ukraine/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}