The UK government has announced the extension of visas for Ukrainian refugees for 18 months from February 2025. Find out about the key conditions, terms and important nuances of the extension

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The UK government has announced another extension of visas for Ukrainians who moved to the country as a result of the full-scale war. The new conditions provide for an 18-month extension of documents with a number of important nuances.

Key changes in the visa program for refugees from Ukraine in the UK

1. Validity of the new permit

Ukrainian refugees will be able to extend their stay in the UK for 18 months. It is important to understand that this is not an automatic extension, but a process that requires an application from the applicant.

2. Timeline for submitting documents

● Start of the application process: February 4, 2025

● Deadline for submission: 28 days before the expiration of the current visa

● Duration of consideration: 8 weeks

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Important conditions for visa extensions

The application can be submitted exclusively in the UK. This is a fundamental condition that all Ukrainian refugees should take into account.

At the same time, within 8 weeks of application processing:

● You are not allowed to leave the country

● All rights and legal status are preserved

● Full social protection is guaranteed

⚠️ Important to know: the period of stay under the sponsorship program is not counted towards the 10-year period required to obtain a permanent residence permit.

Visa extensions for Ukrainian refugees are an important step of support from the UK. Attention to detail, timely submission of documents and professional legal assistance will be the key to a successful extension of your stay. If you need advice on any migration issues, please contact Visit Ukraine lawyers for help. You can sign up for a consultation via WhatsApp and Telegram or the form on the website.

We remind you! Some British citizens will receive financial support from the government for hosting Ukrainian refugees. Read who will be paid and how much in our previous article.

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