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Education How refugees with temporary protection can obtain a student residence permit in Germany: the rules

How refugees with temporary protection can obtain a student residence permit in Germany: the rules

Obtaining a student residence permit in Germany no longer requires complicated visa procedures for Ukrainians who have been granted temporary protection. In this article, we explain how to switch from §24 to §16b, what documents to prepare, how much time and money you will need, and what mistakes most often prevent you from obtaining a permit. Find out how to complete this process quickly and without unnecessary expense

20 Mar. 2026

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For refugees Ukrainians in the EU Risk Losing Their Status: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Transitioning from Temporary Protection to a Residence Permit

Ukrainians in the EU Risk Losing Their Status: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Transitioning from Temporary Protection to a Residence Permit

Ukrainians in the EU face risks when transitioning from temporary protection to a residence permit. Find out which mistakes most often lead to delays or loss of status, and how to properly prepare for the change in documentation

20 Mar. 2026

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For refugees Can children be deported without their parents: what will happen if Ukrainians lose their temporary protection in the EU

Can children be deported without their parents: what will happen if Ukrainians lose their temporary protection in the EU

The status of Ukrainian children in the EU depends on their parents’ legal residence and does not change automatically. Find out if a child can be deported, what will happen after 2027, and how families can retain their right to reside in Europe

17 Mar. 2026

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Health The End of Free Healthcare in the EU? What Will Ukrainians Now Have to Pay for Out of Pocket

The End of Free Healthcare in the EU? What Will Ukrainians Now Have to Pay for Out of Pocket

The rules for access to medicine for Ukrainians are gradually changing in EU countries. Find out which medical services remain free for refugees in Europe, and which ones you increasingly have to pay for yourself

16 Mar. 2026

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For refugees Is legalisation being scrapped? How some European countries are gradually closing their doors to men from Ukraine

Is legalisation being scrapped? How some European countries are gradually closing their doors to men from Ukraine

European countries are gradually changing their residency rules for Ukrainians, particularly for men of conscription age. Some countries are introducing additional checks, requiring proof of military status, or redirecting applicants to more complex asylum procedures. Find out which countries are tightening their residency requirements and who this might affect

13 Mar. 2026

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For refugees The number of Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania has increased significantly: what the new statistics show

The number of Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania has increased significantly: what the new statistics show

The Lithuanian government has reported an increase in the number of Ukrainian refugees and new data on their status. Find out how many Ukrainians remain in the country and what documents they need to update

11 Mar. 2026

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For refugees Will Ukrainian pensioners be able to remain in Europe after temporary protection ends in 2027?

Will Ukrainian pensioners be able to remain in Europe after temporary protection ends in 2027?

After temporary protection ends in 2027, Ukrainian pensioners in the EU will have to switch to other grounds for residence. Find out which countries offer the best chances of staying, what mechanisms already exist, and what you should prepare in advance

11 Mar. 2026

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For refugees Germany is reforming social benefits for the unemployed Bürgergeld: what will change for Ukrainians

Germany is reforming social benefits for the unemployed Bürgergeld: what will change for Ukrainians

Germany is reforming its social assistance system for the unemployed, which benefits millions of people, including Ukrainian refugees. Find out how the rules for Bürgergeld payments will change, what sanctions will be imposed on recipients of assistance, and when the new system will come into effect

10 Mar. 2026

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