Important news and changes for refugees

Mass deportations of Ukrainians from the US: Trump's position and what is known about the first returns to Ukraine

Ukrainians have begun to be deported from the US: the first 50 citizens have already returned via the Shehyni checkpoint, and Donald Trump's administration is preparing to expel new groups. The situation is causing concern due to the possible tightening of migration policy towards Ukrainians. Find out who is affected by the deportation decisions, the reasons for the deportations, and whether this poses a threat to other Ukrainian citizens

The UK is changing its asylum rules: status will become temporary, and the path to permanent residence could take up to 20 years

Updates to asylum rules in the UK could significantly change the conditions of stay for those seeking protection in the country. The government plans to make refugee status temporary and review grounds for residence more frequently than before, while the path to permanent status for certain categories of migrants could take up to 20 years. Learn more about the main provisions of the reform and its possible consequences

The number of Ukrainian refugees in Europe has risen to a record high: what is the reason for this?

Europe has seen a sharp increase in the number of Ukrainians receiving temporary protection, with this figure reaching a record high over the past two years. Find out which countries have taken in the most refugees and why the number of people leaving Ukraine is rapidly increasing again

Poland continues to provide assistance to Ukrainian refugees until 2026, but warns that this is the last extension

The Polish president has signed a law on assistance to refugees from Ukraine for the last time. Find out what changes the government is planning, what the restrictions on benefits mean, and how Ukrainians can prepare for the new residence rules

Moving from Poland to France or Portugal: what you need to know about temporary protection – explained by lawyers from Visit Ukraine

Are you moving from Poland to France or Portugal and want to obtain temporary protection without the risk of rejection? VU lawyers will explain in simple terms how to properly terminate your PESEL UKR status in Poland, what documents to prepare, and where to go upon arrival. Learn how to safely legalize your status in a new country and preserve all your rights

Germany to reduce payments to Ukrainian citizens: what is known?

Germany is preparing major changes in its social support policy for Ukrainians who arrived in the country after April 2025. The reform has sparked heated debate among politicians, as it involves switching new arrivals to a different, less favourable payment format. Find out more about the rules that are planned to be introduced and who they will affect

Multiple citizenship in Ukraine: who will be able to obtain a second passport and when will the law come into effect?

Ukraine has officially allowed multiple citizenship with five countries: Canada, the United States, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. The new law simplifies the procedure for obtaining a Ukrainian passport for citizens of partner countries and allows Ukrainians abroad to retain their passport when obtaining a second citizenship. Find out who will be able to take advantage of the new rules and when the law will come into force

Mandatory registration of Ukrainian cars in the Czech Republic for ZDP owners: what you need to know?

Ukrainians who are in the Czech Republic under temporary protection (ZDP) should be aware of the rules for registering a car in order to avoid fines and problems with the law. Find out how Ukrainians with ZDP can register a car in the Czech Republic