Housing Vouchers for Internally Displaced Persons
The government has greenlit more than 3,200 applications for housing vouchers aimed at internally displaced persons (IDPs) from temporarily occupied territories, with a total value of 6.59 billion hryvnias. This initiative, known as the eRestoration program, prioritizes war veterans, combat participants, and individuals who have become disabled due to the conflict. Demand has been overwhelming: over 5,000 requests poured in within the first hour alone, and more than 12,000 were submitted on the very first day.
Funding and Application Processing
To date, over 37,000 applications have been registered under the program, with more than 27,600 already approved by local commissions. The state has allocated nearly 6.6 billion hryvnias for the initial phase and is actively working to secure an additional 3.9 billion hryvnias from the Council of Europe Development Bank. Each housing voucher provides 2 million hryvnias, which can be used to purchase a home, invest in construction, or partially pay off a mortgage.
Processing is handled by Ukrposhta, the national postal service, which manages application workflows. Over 1,000 notaries have undergone specialized training to support the program. Once funding is confirmed, applicants have 60 days to sign a contract. A transparent, automated queue system updates daily, ensuring fairness and efficiency in distributing the vouchers.
This program represents a vital step in supporting internally displaced persons suffering from the war's consequences.
The surge in demand underscores the urgent housing needs of IDPs, as well as the government's commitment to providing financial relief in this area. The introduction of an automated waiting list and notary training has also boosted confidence in the program, streamlining access to aid for those who need it most.