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- CACanada: canada.ca updated the renewal procedureThe official source changed the text of its rules (the renewal procedure). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: canada.caRead notice
- NLNetherlands: permit conditions concerning military obligationsThe official source describes a condition concerning military obligations. Check the quote for evidence, affected applicants and exceptions.Source: ind.nlRead notice
- NLNetherlands: ind.nl updated the renewal procedureThe official source changed the text of its rules (the renewal procedure). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: ind.nlRead notice
- PLPoland: gov.pl updated document validityThe official source changed the text of its rules (document validity). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: gov.plRead notice
- CZCzechia: ipc.gov.cz updated requirements for people liable for military serviceThe official source changed the text of its rules (requirements for people liable for military service). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: ipc.gov.czRead notice
- CZCzechia: ipc.gov.cz updated requirements for people liable for military serviceThe official source changed the text of its rules (requirements for people liable for military service). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: ipc.gov.czRead notice
- CZCzechia: a new condition on military obligations in UkraineThe official source has added a provision on military obligations in Ukraine. Who it concerns and what must be proven is in the quote below.Source: ipc.gov.czRead notice
- CZCzechia: mpsv.gov.cz updated document validityThe official source changed the text of its rules (document validity). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: mpsv.gov.czRead notice
- FIFinland: Kela updated the application procedureThe official source changed the text of its rules (the application procedure). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: kela.fiRead notice
- MDMoldova: from 2 November 2026 temporary-protection applicants in Chișinău are documented at bd. Dacia 60/4IGM moves documentation from str. Lev Tolstoi 41 to its accommodation centre at bd. Dacia 60/4.Source: igm.gov.mdRead notice
- NLNetherlands: IND updated requirements for people liable for military serviceThe official source changed the text of its rules (requirements for people liable for military service). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: ind.nlRead notice
- NLNetherlands: IND is studying the effect of the EU Court’s Jilin rulingEU Court: asylum processing cannot be automatically suspended while temporary protection is in force. IND is working out what this means for its work.Source: ind.nlRead notice
- LTLithuania: Register of Legal Acts updated requirements for people liable for military serviceThe official source changed the text of its rules (requirements for people liable for military service). The new provision is quoted in the original language.Source: get.data.gov.ltRead notice
- CACanada: applications to extend Ukrainians’ open work permits for up to 3 years are accepted until 31 March 2027Two arrival groups (by 31 March or 1 April–31 December 2024) may qualify with valid status and an eligible open work permit. Apply by 31 March 2027.Source: canada.caRead notice
- NONorway: from 1 July 2026 a refused extension of collective protection can no longer be appealedCollective protection is extended for another year with no action needed. From 01.07.2026 a refused extension cannot be appealed. A 7-year limit is a proposal.Source: udi.noRead notice
- NONorway: men aged 18–60 applying from 5 May 2026 are not covered by collective protection (with exceptions)From 05.05.2026 applications from men aged 18–60 are assessed as individual protection. Existing holders and renewals are not affected.Source: udi.noRead notice
- DEGermany: from 9 October 2026 the entry exemption from a residence title excludes people with military obligations who cannot prove complianceFrom 9 October 2026, Germany’s 90-day exemption excludes people subject to Ukraine’s military obligations unless they prove compliance.Source: gesetze-im-internet.deRead notice
- CZCzechia: registration for special long-term residence runs until 31.12.2026In early October 2026 interested protection holders received their eligibility results. Registration for special long-term residence is open until 31.12.2026.Source: nasiukrajinci.czRead notice
- CZCzechia: extending temporary protection to 31.03.2027 is no longer possible — the window closed on 30.09.2026The extension window closed on 30.09.2026. A repeat application has the same conditions as a first one, with proof via Reserv+, without repeat benefits.Source: nasiukrajinci.czRead notice
- IEIreland: applications for the TPTS transition scheme (Stamp 4) are open until 30 March 2027From 30.09.2026 beneficiaries of temporary protection can apply for a Stamp 4 permission under the TPTS. Applications close on 30.03.2027.Source: gov.ieRead notice
- EEEstonia: temporary protection renewal opens on 4 December — apply three to two months before the permit expiresApply at asylum.politsei.ee three to two months before the permit expires, after a new photo at a PPA kiosk. Protection from 13.08.2025 runs to March 2027.Source: politsei.eeRead notice
- ATAustria: the military-obligation condition of BGBl. II Nr. 304/2026 does not apply to people who held the status by 30 July 2026BGBl. II Nr. 304/2026 of 15.10.2026: the right of residence requires compliance with military obligations; status held by 30.07.2026 is exempt; new §4a.Source: ris.bka.gv.atRead notice
- DEGermany: residence permits remain valid until 04.03.2027The source reports continued validity of specified residence permits until 04.03.2027. The quote defines the documents and conditions.Source: germany4ukraine.deRead notice
- DEGermany: correction concerning automatic validity of Section 24 permitsAs of 12.10.2026, Section 2 UkraineAufenthFGV states 04.03.2027 for specified permits valid on 01.02.2026. The earlier 2028 assertion was unconfirmed at that check.Source: gesetze-im-internet.deRead notice
- ATAustria: new Familienbeihilfe rules for people displaced from Ukraine took effect retroactively from 1 July 2026The Familienbeihilfe and Kinderbetreuungsgeld changes were enacted and apply retroactively from 01.07.2026. The extra work or AMS requirement is gone.Source: oesterreich.gv.atRead notice
- HRCroatia: a new condition on military obligations in UkraineNew protection in Croatia requires fulfilled military obligations in Ukraine, with proof where applicable. Existing holders are not affected.Source: hrvatskazaukrajinu.gov.hrRead notice
- GRGreece: the 90-day stay rule has changedThe official source has rewritten how the 90 days of visa-free stay are counted. We quote it verbatim.Source: migration.gov.grRead notice
- SESweden: permits decided before 5 August 2026 are valid until 4 March 2027 — extension by application in early 2027The EU extended the directive to 04.03.2028, but Swedish permits decided before 05.08.2026 are valid to 04.03.2027; extension applications open in early 2027.Source: migrationsverket.seRead notice
- HUHungary: temporary protection cards are valid until 4 March 2028 even if they show another dateEligibility has not changed. Cards run to 04.03.2028 even if printed with 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2027. No action is needed.Source: help.unhcr.orgRead notice
- DKDenmark: men aged 23–59 need documentation about military obligationsFrom 03.09.2026, for applications from 25.06.2026: men 23–59 need proof of fulfilled obligations; younger men get permits only until 23.Source: nyidanmark.dkRead notice
- GRGreece: men aged 18–22 must prove they left Ukraine lawfullyWithout proof of lawful departure, or a certificate of exemption or fulfilled military obligations, protection in Greece is refused.Source: migration.gov.grRead notice
- ISIceland: anyone who left after 23 August 2026 must prove the departure was lawfulHolders of a temporary-protection permit in an EU state are generally refused. Departure after 23.08.2026 must be documented.Source: island.isRead notice
- DEGermany: the Ukrainian ID card is recognised for another year, until 23 February 2027The 2015-type ID card is accepted instead of a passport for border crossing and for 90 days in 180 in the EU.Source: germany4ukraine.deRead notice
- IEIreland: from 5 August 2026, protection only for those authorised to leave UkraineProtection only for those who prove they were authorised to leave Ukraine. Holders of protection in another EU country will not get it in Ireland.Source: irishimmigration.ieRead notice
- IEIreland: permissions of temporary protection beneficiaries run to 4 March 2027; the IRP card must be renewedImmigration permissions of temporary protection beneficiaries run to 04.03.2027. No new certificate is needed; the IRP card must be renewed.Source: irishimmigration.ieRead notice
- CHSwitzerland: from 20 August 2026 status S only for those who fulfilled military obligations; existing S holders are not affectedThe rule applies to all new applications from 20.08.2026 and does not affect people who already hold status S. Each application is assessed individually.Source: sem.admin.chRead notice
- EEEstonia: from 14 August 2026, no protection for new applicants without a lawful basis to leave Ukraine due to military obligationsApplies only to new applicants, not to people already granted temporary protection in the EU. Protection applied for from 14.08.2026 runs to March 2028.Source: kriis.eeRead notice