Since the beginning of the war, millions of Ukrainians have been forced to leave the country in search of safety. Many European and world countries provide temporary protection, housing, medical care, and social benefits. Below is an overview of what Ukrainians abroad can expect and how to apply for assistance.
1. Temporary Protection — the Basis for Receiving Benefits

Most EU countries and some others (e.g., Canada, the United Kingdom) offer Temporary Protection status for Ukrainians. This status grants the right to:

    legal residence and employment

    free medical care

    access to education

    social benefits and allowances

📌 Important: Benefits are often granted only after receiving the status and registering with the appropriate services.
Country-specific examples:

🇵🇱 Poland

    One-time payment: 300 PLN per person (upon first application)

    Monthly child allowances (500+ PLN)

    Rent compensation or free housing

    Health insurance and access to doctors

    Employment without a permit

📍 PESEL registration with UKR mark is required to receive aid.

🇩🇪 Germany

After registration and receiving temporary protection, Ukrainians receive social assistance as refugees (Bürgergeld):

    Adults — around €500/month

    Children — from €300 depending on age

    Free housing or rent compensation

    Health insurance

    Job search support

📍 Registration with Ausländerbehörde and Jobcenter is required.

🇨🇿 Czech Republic

    Humanitarian aid — 5,000 CZK (approx. €200) per month

    Support with housing, food, clothing

    Child benefits, help with kindergarten or school placement

    Medicine and treatment — free with temporary protection status

📍 Registration with OAMP is mandatory.

🇱🇹 Lithuania

    One-time aid — €258

    Monthly payments:

        Adults — approx. €150

        Children — up to €115

    Free healthcare and education

🇨🇦 Canada

    The CUAET program allows Ukrainians to stay and work for up to 3 years

    One-time aid — CAD 3,000 per adult and CAD 1,500 per child

    Health insurance (in most provinces)

    Employment and housing support through provincial programs

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

    Homes for Ukraine program

    One-time support payment of £200 per person

    Access to NHS (public healthcare), schools, social services

    Employment opportunities

    Some local councils provide housing and food vouchers

❗️What to pay attention to:

    Assistance is usually only provided after official registration — don’t delay visiting migration and social service offices.

    Program terms and benefit amounts may change — check official websites or consult volunteers.

    Some payments depend on income and family composition.

📌 Useful Resources:

    https://uahelp.info — map of aid for Ukrainians in different countries

    European Commission website

    UNHCR Help — information from the UN Refugee Agency

    Ukrainian consulates — document support and consultation

Important to remember:

Ukrainians who left the country because of the war have the right to protection and assistance. Governments and international organizations are obliged to adhere to humanitarian standards. Don’t hesitate to seek support and clarify your rights.