Important news and changes for refugees

Legal stay in the Czech Republic: when a special visa strpeni (Vízum strpění) is issued is considered temporary protection

The Czech Republic offers several legal stay options for refugees. In particular, some Ukrainians, who arrived in the country after February 24, issued a special strpení visa (Vízum strpění). Learn more about when such a visa does not need to be extended and when the document is considered temporary protection

Utilities in Poland: how much you will have to pay for gas, electricity and water in 2023

Ukrainians currently living in Poland are not exempted from paying for communal services. Find out how much you need to pay for gas, electricity and water in 2023 and the features of utility payments in the country

BAföG social assistance in Germany for Ukrainians: rules of receipt and who can count

Ukrainian students and schoolchildren in Germany can count on Bafög state aid from the country's government. Find out more about how to get support and how much you can expect

Cash withdrawals without commission and special offers: Polish banks have extended preferential conditions for Ukrainians

Poland's largest banks have extended special preferential conditions for citizens of Ukraine. Find out more in which banks in the country offer fee-free account and card services and special offers for refugees

Family 500+: how and when to apply for benefits in 2023

Refugees from Ukraine can receive financial assistance under the Family 500+ program in Poland. Applications will be accepted from February 1. Find out how to apply for payment and the terms of processing

Financial assistance for Ukrainian families in Austria: how to get Familienbeihilfe

Families with children who are forced to stay on the territory of Austria can count on financial assistance from the state. Learn more about who can receive payments and what documents are required

Crossing the border with Poland: new requirements for Ukrainians

Citizens of Ukraine who plan to cross the border with Poland must show their document in the Polish application diia.pl during passport control. Find out who is affected by the new requirement and how to get a certificate in the app

Which federal states in Germany are accepting Ukrainians in 2023: financial assistance and useful information for refugees

Ukrainians planning to receive temporary protection in Germany should note that not all federal states of the country continue to support refugees. Find out in more detail which countries are ready to accept Ukrainians, how to get from Ukraine to Germany and other useful information for immigrants