New Housing Aid for Displaced Ukrainians
Ukraine’s government has activated the next phase of its housing recovery initiative, specifically designed to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) who fled temporarily occupied territories. So far, 3,296 applications for housing vouchers have been approved, totaling 6.59 billion hryvnias. Priority is given to IDPs who are combat veterans or have war-related disabilities, highlighting the state’s focus on supporting those most affected by the conflict.
Why This Matters Now
Since the program’s launch, over 37,000 applications have been submitted, with more than 27,600 greenlit by local committees. In the first stage, the government allocated nearly 6.6 billion hryvnias to fund these vouchers, each worth up to 2 million hryvnias. Within the first hour of opening the booking system, over 5,000 requests came in; that figure climbed to nearly 17,000 within two days. This overwhelming demand underscores the program’s urgency.
Demand for the program is extremely high: in just the first hour after booking opened, we received over 5,000 requests, and within two days that number rose to nearly 17,000. Our goal is to get the funds to people as quickly as possible. In parallel, we are actively working to secure additional resources. Specifically, we expect around 3.9 billion hryvnias from the Council of Europe Development Bank.
Oleksiy Kuleba, Deputy Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine
Housing vouchers will remain valid for five years, and recipients must sign a property purchase agreement within 60 calendar days of receiving confirmation. More than 1,000 notaries have already been trained to facilitate the process. Ukrposhta, the national postal service, is acting as the program’s operator. The vouchers can be used to:
- buy an apartment or house,
- invest in construction,
- partially repay a housing loan.
An automatic, dynamic queue for voucher allocation is being developed in partnership with the Notary Chamber of Ukraine. This component of the broader eRestoration program—called “Housing for IDPs from Occupied Territories”—aims to improve living conditions for those who need support the most during this difficult time.
The eRestoration program represents a critical step in addressing the housing crisis for war-affected internally displaced persons. The intense demand for vouchers reveals the pressing needs of this population. Meanwhile, the government is actively pursuing additional funding to expand the initiative, which could further improve housing stability for IDPs and meet their basic needs amid the ongoing war. Supporting IDPs remains a key pillar of Ukraine’s national recovery and development strategy.
As the housing voucher program gains momentum, it's essential to understand the eligibility criteria for those seeking this vital assistance. More details about the approved applications and the specific benefits available can be found in our article on who qualifies for the 2 million hryvnia support. This information is crucial for displaced individuals navigating their housing options during this challenging time.