Ukrainian Refugees in Germany: A Shifting Landscape
Since Russia's full-scale invasion began, more than 471,000 refugees from Ukraine have left Germany. According to the latest figures from the Federal Central Register of Foreigners, dated January 31, 2026, a total of 1.157 million people who entered Germany from Ukraine after February 24, 2022, have been registered and granted temporary protection. The breakdown of these registered individuals is as follows:
- approximately 484,000 men;
- approximately 672,000 women;
- approximately 305,000 minors.
Among those with temporary protected status, 85,266 are men aged between 18 and 26. By the end of 2025, the total number of Ukrainian citizens granted temporary protection across the European Union had reached 4.35 million. In December 2025 alone, the number of protected individuals grew by nearly 25,000, underscoring the ongoing nature of the humanitarian emergency. This conflict continues to be the largest displacement crisis in Europe since World War II.
Compared to the end of November 2025, the total number of Ukrainians under temporary protection in Germany increased by 24,675 people, representing a growth of 0.6%.
These statistics highlight the continuing hardships faced by Ukrainian refugees and the profound impact of the conflict on their lives and safety. Germany's Federal Ministry of the Interior confirmed that, of the total registered individuals with temporary protection, 85,266 were men aged 18 to 26.
An Enduring Humanitarian Emergency
This situation points to the protracted and complex humanitarian crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine. The rising number of refugees departing Germany may indicate a search for better living conditions or safety elsewhere, or reflect challenges encountered during the integration process.
Simultaneously, the increase in individuals receiving temporary protection demonstrates the continuing need for sustained humanitarian aid and support for Ukrainian refugees across Europe.