Housing Aid for Displaced Children Resumes
In March 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine enacted Resolution No. 390, reinstating housing allowance payments for children of internally displaced persons (IDPs). Under the revised terms, child benefits are granted regardless of parental income, as long as the family meets specific criteria related to property status, actual place of residence, and children's school enrollment.
Applications for assistance can be submitted until June 1, 2026, with payments backdated to February 1, 2026, if submitted by that deadline. If an application is filed after June 1, the allowance will begin from the month of application. Families must comply with the established conditions to qualify, ensuring that public funds are directed to those who need them most. This policy aims to ease financial burdens on vulnerable households amid ongoing economic challenges.
How to Apply
Resolution No. 522, adopted on April 24, 2026, outlines the application methods. Eligible families can submit their requests through the following channels:
- In person at any selected service center of the Pension Fund of Ukraine;
- Through an authorized representative of the executive body of a village, settlement, or city council within the relevant territorial community;
- Via Administrative Service Centers (ASCs);
- By mail to the territorial office of the Pension Fund of Ukraine;
- Online through the Pension Fund of Ukraine's web portal for electronic services, using a qualified electronic signature (QES).
These government measures are designed to support IDP children and their families, addressing their essential needs during a period of economic strain. By simplifying access to financial aid for displaced populations, the initiative also aims to strengthen social stability in regions hosting internally displaced persons.
As the government continues to enhance support for internally displaced persons, it's essential to stay informed about the latest updates regarding aid programs. Recently, the deadline for submitting applications for displacement assistance has been extended to 2026, allowing families more time to access vital resources. For further details on these important changes, you can read more about the revisions to displacement aid and how they may impact eligible families.