Since the beginning of spring 2025, the Polish Office for Foreigners has been increasingly rejecting applications from Ukrainians for refugee status. According to the data, during this period, about a thousand applications have been denied. Such practices, based on the analysis of new cases, will continue.
'The analysis of new cases suggests that this number will increase. The opinion on the necessity of providing international protection (refugee status or additional protection) to Ukrainian citizens has not changed - in most cases, there are no grounds for granting such protection to applicants,' the Office for Foreigners emphasized.
It is noted that although each application is considered individually, in most cases, there are insufficient substantive legal or factual grounds to grant Ukrainians official refugee status or other forms of international protection.
Status of Ukrainians in Poland
Ukrainians in Poland continue to benefit from temporary protection, which was established by the European Union's decisions. This guarantees them the right to legally remain in the country, access to social services and benefits under the temporary protection program, as well as the fulfillment of obligations undertaken at the European level.
- The right to legally stay in Poland remains valid
- Access to social services and benefits under the temporary protection program is preserved
- Poland must fulfill obligations undertaken at the European level
According to the Office for Foreigners, Ukrainians remain under the protection of European legislation until the date established by the EU, so no one can question their right to stay in Poland.
Ukrainians in Poland are denied international protection: the Polish Office for Foreigners rejects applications for refugee status from Ukrainians. This means that more than a thousand people remain without the necessary international protection, although their right to temporary protection remains. The situation indicates complications regarding the status of Ukrainians in Poland and a dispute between Polish authorities and the means of personal safety for Ukrainian citizens.