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A small percentage: how many Ukrainians will come home from Poland for Christmas?

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How many Ukrainians will come home from Poland for Christmas: a new poll
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A small percentage: how many Ukrainians will come home from Poland for Christmas?

Tomorrow, most Ukrainians will celebrate Christmas. However, a significant percentage of citizens choose to celebrate the holiday at their temporary place of residence. Find out more about the reasons for this choice and how many Ukrainians still plan to come home for Christmas

Buy an insurance policy with war risk coverage for a safe stay in Ukraine during the holidays

Buy an insurance policy with war risk coverage for a safe stay in Ukraine during the holidays

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Soon the whole world will be celebrating Christmas. Some Ukrainians abroad are eager to return home for a few days, especially those living in neighboring Poland. However, the majority plan to stay there for Christmas, as for many of them, returning home has become difficult due to the war.

Here's how many Ukrainians will come home from Poland for Christmas.

How many Ukrainians will come home from Poland for Christmas: a new poll

According to RBC-Ukraine, according to information from the migration platform EWL, many Ukrainians choose to celebrate Christmas (48%) with their family and relatives who are also in Poland.

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Only 13% plan to return home for the holidays, while 70% decided to stay in Poland for this period. Also, 2% of respondents plan to celebrate the holidays in both countries.

The reasons for staying in Poland for Christmas are varied: 48% are due to the presence of family and relatives in the country, 39% - to the danger due to the war in Ukraine, and 30% - to the difficulty of getting home.

In addition, 35% of Ukrainians plan to work in Poland during the Christmas holidays.

For 28% of Ukrainians, this will be the first Christmas they will celebrate in Poland. A third (35%) will be in Poland for the second time during the Christmas holidays, 18% - for the third time, and 19% have already been in the country more than three times during the Christmas period.

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December 25 or January 7: when will Ukrainians celebrate Christmas?

Regarding the calendar choice, the majority of Ukrainians (54%) celebrate Christmas according to the Gregorian calendar on December 25, while only 10% follow the Julian calendar with Christmas on January 7. A quarter of respondents decided to celebrate the holidays on both calendars.

When do we celebrate Christmas in 2023: new dates of church holidays in December - find here.

We remind you! Earlier, we wrote that Christmas traditions in different regions of Ukraine are based on centuries of history and culture. Learn more about the origins and peculiarities of some Christmas customs of Ukrainians from different parts of the country.

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- - What COVID documents do I need to have with me when entering Ukraine now?
    On July 1, 2023, the Ukrainian authorities lifted the quarantine and other restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. From now on, you do not need to provide proof of vaccination, a negative PCR test result or wear a protective mask to enter Ukraine.
  - Is it safe to visit Ukraine during the war?
    Recently, the number of foreign travelers has increased in Ukraine. They visit the country for various purposes: volunteering, participating in humanitarian programs, filming reports or documentaries, setting up a business, etc. There are currently no cities in Ukraine that are completely safe. And although the main fighting is concentrated in the eastern and southern parts of Ukraine, the entire country is subject to regular rocket attacks.
  - What are your safety recommendations before traveling to Ukraine?
    Here are some important tips:
    • Make electronic copies of all documents and save them on your electronic device so that you always have access to them.
    • Find out in advance the curfew time in the region where you are going.
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    • Take out health insurance with extended coverage.
    Do foreigners need to register their stay in Ukraine?
    No, if the period of stay in the country is no more than 90 days. If a foreigner arrives for a period longer than 90 days, in this case, he or she needs a temporary or permanent residence permit, as well as registration at the place of residence.
    Can I enter Ukraine with an expired residence permit?
    Yes. Foreigners (except for citizens of the Russian Federation) and stateless persons have the right to enter and legally stay in Ukraine if they have a temporary or permanent residence permit that has expired or is subject to exchange after February 24, 2022.
    How to enter Ukraine with pets?
    Currently, entry to Ukraine with pets is subject to a simplified procedure. Pet owners must provide the following documents to customs:
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    • proof of valid rabies vaccination;
    • a document on the animal's chipping.
    How do I enter Ukraine with my own car with foreign registration?
    Foreign citizens can import cars with foreign license plates into the territory of Ukraine exclusively for their own use. To cross the border in a car with foreign registration, you need the following documents:
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    • international automobile insurance card "Green Card".
    Important: foreign nationals with a residence permit in Ukraine may import a car with foreign license plates for their own use after a written declaration and payment of customs duties.
    What happens to foreigners and stateless persons who are not allowed to enter Ukraine?
    Foreigners and stateless persons who are not allowed to enter Ukraine, when attempting to enter Ukraine at a checkpoint across the state border of Ukraine, do not cross the state border of Ukraine and return as soon as possible to the state from which they came or to the state that issued their passport document. If it is not possible to return a foreigner or stateless person immediately, they stay at the checkpoint across the state border of Ukraine until their return.
    What should I do if I have been banned from entering Ukraine?
    If you become aware of a ban on entry to Ukraine while trying to pass passport control at the border of Ukraine, you should politely ask for a decision to refuse to cross the border, indicating the specific reason for the entry ban. You can appeal the decision to deny entry within 30 days from the date of familiarization with it. It is strictly forbidden to argue with border guards or violate the rules of stay at the checkpoint, otherwise you may be held administratively liable. You should remember the rules of staying at the checkpoint.
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  Is insurance required to enter Ukraine?
  All foreign citizens are required to have an insurance policy covering the costs of Covid-19 treatment in Ukraine.
  For how long do I have to take out an insurance policy?
  According to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1236, an insurance policy must be issued for the entire period of stay in Ukraine. The minimum period is not specified.
  Where can I get acquainted with the terms of the insurance contract?
  You can familiarize yourself with the terms and conditions of the insurance contract on our website in the section on insurance policy issuance.
  Is it necessary to buy an insurance policy for children?
  Yes, if a child has foreign citizenship, regardless of age, he or she must have an insurance policy for the entire period of stay in Ukraine.
  I am a foreign citizen, can I buy a policy in Ukraine?
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  What is war risk insurance and what war risks does it cover?
  This policy guarantees monetary compensation in the event of an accident as a result of military operations, passive military risks, terrorist acts, including emergency care, outpatient treatment, hospitalization and repatriation of the insured person (or his/her body in case of death) from the place of stay to the place of his/her permanent residence.
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  What is the territory covered by the insurance policy covering war risks?
  The insurance policy is valid on the territory of Ukraine, except for the temporarily occupied territories of Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions and the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, as well as the territories of direct combat operations (front line).
  Are there any restrictions on the validity period of the insurance policy covering war risks?
  The insurance contract comes into force from the moment the insurance premium is paid in full, but not before the date and time of crossing the state border of Ukraine. You choose the duration of the insurance - it depends on the number of days of your stay in Ukraine.
  I can't pay for the insurance, what should I do?
  If your payment fails, we recommend contacting your bank, as they often do not trust payment systems. You need to confirm that it is you who is making the transaction.
  I have taken out insurance, but I have not received a code. What should I do?
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  Please contact the hotline and provide the data that was specified when applying for insurance.
  Do I need to print out the electronic policy?
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