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Is it possible to leave Poland for the New Year holidays and return without any problems?

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Is it possible to leave Poland for the New Year holidays and return without any problems?

Ukrainians with temporary protection status in Poland can leave the country for the winter holidays and return without losing their status. Find out more about the current rules and restrictions to avoid possible problems when returning

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Refugees from Ukraine who are in Poland based on temporary protection status can safely go home or travel for the New Year holidays and then return to Poland. The main thing is to follow certain rules. We will tell you about the necessary documents, the time limit for leaving and possible risks when returning.


You can learn more about the electronic submission of documents for a CUKR residence card here.


What documents are required for return?


To return to Poland without losing their temporary protection status, Ukrainians need to have one of the following documents with them:

1. Diia.pl - an electronic document confirming the right to temporary protection in Poland and simplifying border control;

2. Biometric passport - for entry under the rules of the visa-free regime.

The second option is the most common. According to official statistics, in 2023, more than 1.5 million cases of crossing the Ukraine-Poland border under the visa-free regime were recorded.

Important! You are allowed to stay in the Schengen area for no more than 90 days within 180 days.


In the previous article, we talked about the “gray passport” in Poland and the procedure for obtaining a temporary travel document.




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For how long can Ukrainians leave Poland?


The Act of May 15, 2024 amending the Act on Assistance to Citizens of Ukraine stipulates that the departure of citizens cannot last more than 30 days. Otherwise, the status of temporary protection will be lost.

It is important to keep in mind that this rule applies to only one long-term departure, so short trips are not included in the total. For example, if you leave Poland for 10 days in December and another 10 days in January, your status will remain unchanged.


Read more about the new rules for crossing the border with children who have temporary protection in Poland here.


Can I be refused to return?


If you are planning to return to Poland with a regular biometric passport without the Diia.pl electronic document, you may encounter some difficulties. Border Guard officers may require additional documents to confirm the right to enter. For example, in 2023, there were more than 20,000 cases of refusal of entry at the border due to lack of necessary documents or violation of the rules.

Therefore, we recommend that you check the current border crossing rules before traveling and make sure you have all the necessary documents. This way you can avoid unpleasant situations during inspections and return to Poland safely.


If you have any questions about the rules of border crossing or need advice on migration issues, we recommend that you contact professional lawyers. Qualified Visit Ukraine specialists in migration law will help you understand all the nuances of the law and protect your rights in Poland.


We remind you! Poland continues to help Ukrainians who were forced to leave Ukraine because of the war. Read more about moving to Poland in 2024, entry rules, conditions of legal stay, and other important nuances.


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Ja, es ist möglich, das Land zu verlassen, wenn Sie die Vorschriften einhalten. Der vorübergehende Schutzstatus geht nicht verloren, wenn die Dauer der Ausreise 30 Tage nicht überschreitet.

Welche Dokumente benötige ich für die Rückkehr nach Polen?

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