Ukrainische Männer in Deutschland: Selenskyj und Merz haben eine wichtige Erklärung zu wehrpflichtigen Flüchtlingen abgegeben

Ändern sich die europäischen Aufenthaltsbestimmungen für Ukrainer? Deutschland überarbeitet bereits seine Politik gegenüber Flüchtlingen im wehrpflichtigen Alter. Selenskyj und Merz besprachen die Rückkehr von Männern zur Rotation in den ukrainischen Streitkräften aufgrund von Statusbeschränkungen und Kürzungen der Zahlungen. Erfahren Sie, welchen Ukrainern eine faktische Abschiebung droht

Rechtsbeistand in Migrationsfragen für Ukrainer in der Ukraine und im Ausland

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The meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin addressed one of the most sensitive and widely discussed issues—the status of Ukrainian men of draft age residing in Germany and throughout the European Union. The leaders of both countries outlined new policy directions that will directly affect citizens subject to military service abroad.

What did Zelenskyy say about the return of men from abroad?

The Ukrainian president clearly outlined the army’s current needs: The Armed Forces vitally need rotation. Service members who have been defending the country for a long time cannot remain on the front lines indefinitely; they need full-fledged replacements.

That is precisely why Kyiv is stepping up efforts to repatriate certain categories of citizens. First and foremost, this applies to men who crossed the border illegally, as well as those who had permission for temporary travel but ignored the deadlines and remained abroad.

Will Ukrainians be deported from Germany?

This is the most common question, and the one that causes the greatest anxiety among refugees. It is important to emphasize the key point: there is no question of any mass forced deportation of all men.

The focus of immigration and law enforcement agencies will be directed exclusively at cases of violations of exit rules and blatant abuse of protection status. Those citizens who left Ukraine legally or have legitimate grounds for exemption from mobilization need not worry—their residency conditions remain unchanged.

However, the German government’s position is undergoing adjustments. Chancellor Friedrich Merz articulated Berlin’s key rationale: Ukrainian men are objectively needed by their country. In this regard, Germany intends to limit the granting of new asylum statuses to this category of individuals and create conditions conducive to their return to Ukraine.

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How will Europe return conscripts to Ukraine?

It is projected that the rules for staying in the EU will become significantly stricter in the near future. This will mean a reduction in the issuance of new protective statuses for men and an increase in the number of checks on documents already issued.

In addition, the introduction of joint return mechanisms is expected. Ukraine and the European Union plan to establish closer cooperation, which will include an active exchange of data on border crossings and the status of citizens. Experts are already preparing for a wave of legal disputes where the basic rights of refugees will clash with state interests and requests for the extradition of violators.

Will payments to Ukrainian refugees in Germany be canceled?

The financial issue will become one of the main levers of influence on the situation. European states view gentle pressure through the social sector as an effective tool.

It is likely that benefits and social assistance packages for men of draft age will be gradually reduced. Cutting financial support is seen as a direct incentive designed to encourage those subject to military service to decide on their own to return home.

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Reminder! Paragraph 24 in Germany has been extended until 2027, but more and more Ukrainians are considering changing their status. Work visas, Blue Cards, education, or business—there are several options, but each has its own requirements and risks. Learn more about what transition options are available in 2026 and when it actually makes sense.

Phote: AP/Ebrahim Noroozi

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