Best European countries for employment of Ukrainians: research data

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Best European countries for employment of Ukrainians: research data

Today, Europe openly accepts Ukrainian citizens, war refugees and labour migrants, granting them the right to healthcare, education, accommodation and work. The leaders in terms of the number of Ukrainians living in their territories are Germany (1.2 million), Poland (960 thousand) and the Czech Republic (360 thousand). But this does not mean that these countries have the best living and working conditions. So which countries are the best choices in 2024?

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Every year, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network compiles the World Happiness Report, an international ranking of the world's happiest countries. It includes 150 countries. The following factors are taken into account when compiling the list:

- Social support

- GDP per capita

- Freedom of choice

- Healthy Life Expectancy

- The presence/absence of corruption;

- Generosity of the population.

Leadership in the global happiness rankings is facilitated by the public's connection with nature, environmental safety and a healthy work-life balance for the majority of the population.

The report is based on the average scores for each indicator over the past three years. This means that the report published in 2024 is based on the arithmetic mean of the scores for 2021, 2022 and 2023.

The article goes on to tell you which European countries are at the top of the list, with the best salaries, working conditions and the least competition for jobs.

Finland

This country has been at the top of the World Happiness Report rankings for 10 years. It is a country of high trust in the government and freedom.

Minimum wages here vary depending on the industry and the decision of individual trade unions. On average, you can earn at least 1800-2000 EUR per month. The working day is 8 hours, and overtime is paid at double time. Since 1987, Finland has had a law on gender equality, which guarantees the same level of remuneration and access to jobs for both women and men.

And although Finland is at the top of the ranking and offers good living and working conditions, the country is not popular among Ukrainian migrants. This means that it can be safely chosen as a place of refuge in 2024, as there will be the least competition for jobs here.

What do you need to get a job in Finland?

If you do not have Finnish citizenship, the first thing you need to do is to prove to the employer that you need the job. This depends on your citizenship and the country you come from. Some employers require a residence permit, some do not. In general, for those who work in Finland on a regular basis, it is recommended to check with the employer in advance whether a residence permit is required. This posting indicates the need for a job. Residence permits often limit the scope of a person's activities.

Ukrainians can apply for temporary protection as migrants as a result of a military conflict. This will also give them the opportunity to find employment. You can findout more about the peculiarities of applying for temporary protection in Finland and the opportunities it provides on the Visit Ukraine portal.

Job search is carried out using specialised websites:

- Finnish Migration Service (Migri);

- Finland in your language (InfoFinland);

- Portal of the Ministry of Employment and Economic Affairs (TE-palvelut);

- Työmarkkinatori.

Denmark

The Danish word hygge describes a state in which we feel comfort, convenience, and kindness. According to the Danes, the key to happiness is regular meetings with people.

There is no minimum wage here, but you can expect to be paid from 2500 EUR per month. At the same time, on average, you can earn about 5200 EUR per month in Denmark. In addition to the right to work, refugees enjoy free education for children and healthcare.

What do you need to find a job in Denmark?

In order for a Ukrainian to get a job in Denmark, he or she needs to go through several basic steps:

1. Applying for a residence permit in accordance with the Special Act (biometric data must be submitted to the Citizen Service Centre of the Danish Immigration Service).

2. Obtaining a CPR number (analogue of the Ukrainian TIN), which is required for every procedure in Denmark (if you have a residence permit, it is registered by the municipality, if not - by the Danish Tax Agency upon special request).

3. Formation of NemID and MitID - a personal electronic key for digital identification (it is recommended to obtain both, as Denmark is currently transitioning from NemID to MitID).

4. Opening a bank account (for receiving a salary from the private sector) and a Nem account (for receiving a salary from the public sector).

Job search services in Denmark:

- Jobnet;

- Jobindex;

- Ofir;

We have previously providedmore information for Ukrainians in Denmark in 2024. Learn about temporary protection, social support and basic rules for migrants.

The Netherlands

The country has a very developed social sphere: healthcare, family assistance, and financial support. This is one of the main factors that makes the Netherlands take the honourable 3rd place. It is also important that the country is friendly to foreigners, so you can safely go here if you have the intention to work in good faith.

The Netherlands is among the leaders in terms of published vacancies on the European job search portal europa.jobs, which can be easily checked by current publications. The minimum wage here is set depending on age and is calculated exclusively on an hourly basis to maintain fair pay, regardless of the hours worked per week. From 1 January 2024, it will be EUR 13.27 for people aged 21 and over.

In order for a Ukrainian to get a job in the Netherlands, he or she needs to obtain temporary protection status. If you are migrating for employment and not as a result of a military conflict, you need to obtain a combined residence and work permit (GVVA). You can apply for a work visa at the Dutch embassy or consulate in Ukraine. You or your employer can apply for it.

Job search services in the Netherlands:

- Indeed

- Nationale Vacaturebank

- Linkedin

- EURES (EURopean Employment Services) - a website that operates throughout Europe

- Werk.nl

- Nederland Vacature

- Jooble

More information on employment for Ukrainians in the Netherlands on the Visit Ukraine portal.

Sweden

Citizens of the country have a high degree of trust in the government. At the same time, Sweden is not the most popular destination for economic migrants, and therefore there is a demand for a diverse workforce. There is no minimum wage here, but usually offers on the market start at 2500-3000 EUR per month.

Sweden is hospitable to refugees. You can apply for temporary protection status here within 90 days of arrival.

What do you need to get a job in Sweden?

Ukrainians must obtain a work permit. This is due to the military conflict in the country. The easiest way to apply is online. A person fills out a questionnaire that is sent to the Swedish Migration Agency. Please note that documents of citizens of Ukraine and Georgia are considered in the first place.

All EU countries provide employment to Ukrainians on the basis of temporary protection status. However, in Sweden, the services provided by the Employment Service depend on the period during which a person stays in the country.

Job search services in Sweden:

Jobsinstockholm - vacancies inStockholm.

Thelocal.se - job ads in major cities of Sweden.

Offentligajobb - vacancies in the public sector, for example, in education or medicine.

Glassdoor, Monster, Indeed and others.

Visit Ukraine specialists have collectedup-to-date information on migration to Sweden in 2024 in this article. Follow the link.

Switzerland

The country is considered one of the richest in the world, and therefore the salaries are appropriate. Although their minimum level is not regulated, the labour market here is very stable. You can count on earnings from 2700-3000 EUR for the lowest paid positions.

At the same time, everyone who arrives in Switzerland from Ukraine will receive the S protection status, which entitles them to reside in Switzerland for one year. It can later be changed to B status, which is also valid for one year.

In order to get a job in Switzerland, a Ukrainian must obtain an L or B residence permit and a work visa. This is different from other European countries, where only a residence permit is required.

Web portals for job search in Switzerland:

- Jobs.ch

- Jobup

- Jobscout24

- Jobwinner

- Stepstone

Finding a job in Switzerland with the help of the media:

‘Stellefant’ section in the newspaper “Basler Zeitung”;

‘Stellenmarkt’ section in the newspapers “Der Bund” and “Berner Zeitung”;

The section ‘24 Emplois’ in the newspaper ‘24 Heures’;

‘Pages emploi’ section in the newspaper “Le Temps”;

‘Stellen-Anzeiger’ and “Alpha” columns in the newspapers “Tages-Anzeiger” and “Sonntags Zeitung”;

The NZZexecutive section in the Neue Zürcher Zeitung newspaper;

Corresponding section in the newspaper ‘Corriere del Ticino’

Choosing one of the countries above means significantly increasing your chances of finding a good job.

Many employers offer jobs without language skills. In addition, you can always find vacancies with accommodation, which is very important for many people nowadays.

Just to remind you. Millions of refugees from Ukraine have been forced to settle abroad for more than a year and a half, and they face many legal problems along the way. Read more about the issues that Ukrainian refugees most often turn to lawyers with in our previous article.

Visit Ukraine specialists can provide youwith qualified support on migration issues. You can get advice on paperwork, visa obtainment, and the specifics of crossing the border when leaving and entering Ukraine. Ask for competent assistance.

You can also contact Visit Ukraine's employment specialists. We guarantee high-quality and timely assistance in obtaining a work visa, documents for crossing the border on its basis, concluding an agreement with an employer and advising on the specifics of employment in different countries of the world.

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