The eRestoration program will receive funds from frozen Russian assets: how compensation will change

Funding for the eRestoration program

The eRestoration program may receive additional funding from frozen Russian assets. This became known from the statement of the head of the relevant committee of the Verkhovna Rada, Olena Shulyak, who reported a financing deficit of 7 billion hryvnias in 2026. This amount is only a third of the necessary funds for the implementation of the program. International partners are ready to continue funding, which could be an important factor in ensuring the stability of payments.

State budget and support from international partners

In the draft state budget for 2026, 7 billion hryvnias are allocated for the eRestoration program. During 2023, about 20 billion hryvnias were spent on compensation for damaged and destroyed housing. The Council of Europe Development Bank and the World Bank have already financed the program for more than 20 billion hryvnias, while 2 billion hryvnias from international partners remain unused for 2026.

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution that will facilitate the application process for the eRestoration program. Olena Shulyak noted that the compensation process should rely on the most diverse sources of funding to ensure payment stability. This could be a key step in overcoming the financial difficulties that may arise in the future.

Obtaining additional funding from frozen assets could significantly impact the implementation of the eRestoration program, especially in the context of the deficit. Support from international partners is also crucial, as it can ensure the necessary funds for the restoration of destroyed housing. The steps taken by the Cabinet of Ministers to simplify the application process may increase the accessibility of the program for citizens in need of compensation and reduce the financial burden on the state budget.