VEON Boosts Accessibility for Investors by Waiving Depositary Service Fees on American Depositary Shares

Dubai and New York, April 24, 2026 – VEON Ltd. (NASDAQ: VEON), a global digital operator (the “Company” or “VEON”), announces that, effective January 1, 2026, BNY Mellon will not collect depositary service fees (“DSF”) from investors that hold VEON's American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”). The suspension of DSF charges for investors effectively reduces the cost of ownership by USD 0.05 per ADS per year and enhances accessibility for both existing and prospective investors.