The UK government has confirmed that the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme will open on 4 February 2025.
If you are a Ukrainian national, or a family member of one, currently living in the UK with permission under an existing Ukraine scheme, you may be eligible to apply. This will allow you to extend your stay in the UK for up to 18 months.
The application process will be free and must be completed online. You must apply for the Extension if you intend to stay in the UK for an additional period of 18 months.
Criteria to be met
To apply for the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme, you must already hold permission under one of the existing Ukraine schemes. This includes:
Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme (Homes for Ukraine)
Ukraine Family Scheme
Ukraine Extension Scheme
Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:
Be physically present at the time of applying.
Have been living in the UK since being granted permission under the Ukraine schemes or since arriving in the UK with that permission.
If you are a non-Ukrainian national applying as a partner, you will be expected to maintain an eligible relationship with a Ukrainian national.
Important
· Your current permission will not be automatically extended under this scheme.
· The earliest you can apply is 28 days before the expiry date of your current leave
· If you apply after your current permission expires, you will lose your entitlements to work, rent, and receive benefits until a decision is made on your late application.
As a part of your application you will need to:
Verify your identity.
Confirm that you are in the UK at the time of application.
Indicate whether you have previously held permission to stay in the UK under a Ukraine scheme.
Provide details about your accommodation in the UK.
Supply information on the application form regarding any periods spent living outside the UK or Ukraine since being granted permission under the Ukraine schemes.
You can read further about the Scheme by following the link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/applying-to-the-ukraine-permission-extension-scheme
If you have any specific question related to the Ukraine Permission Extension you can always reach out to us. We are qualified immigration lawyers and happy to assist with your query.
Tel. 07523281911
E-Mail: info@fcimm.co.uk
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