The EU will not extend protection for Ukrainians after 2027: who will be able to stay

Ukrainian MP Viktoriya Gryb reported that the European Union will not extend temporary protection programs for Ukrainian refugees after March 2027. According to her, only those who have integrated into society will be able to stay in EU countries with a job, residence permit, or citizenship.

'You know, Europe after March 27th will no longer continue shelter for Ukrainians', - quoted the MP by the EU Commissioner on IDPs.

The exception will only be made for those who can provide for themselves, Gryb noted. Her statements caused outrage, as this could pose a serious problem for the most vulnerable categories of Ukrainians who have failed to find work or legalize in other ways.

Changes regarding Ukrainian refugees in Germany and Switzerland

In Germany, Ukrainian refugees will be able to use temporary protection status only until March 2027, after which they are advised to consider changing their legal status. In Switzerland, new rules are also being introduced for applicants from certain regions of Ukraine, while Portugal is tightening conditions for migrants, which may complicate the situation for Ukrainians.

The European Union will cease to provide temporary protection to Ukrainians after March 2027. According to the information provided, only those Ukrainians who can integrate into the society of EU countries will be able to stay with a job, residence permit, or citizenship. This may pose a serious problem for Ukrainian refugees who cannot provide for themselves and do not find a way to legalize.