Is it possible to travel to other countries with the status of a refugee or temporary protection?

1. Temporary protection status:

• Travelling within the EU:
• Individuals have the right to travel to other EU countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period on a visa-free basis.
• Returning to Ukraine:
• It is possible to temporarily return to Ukraine. However, you should:
• Notify the social service of the country that granted temporary protection.
• Clarify the period within which you must return to maintain your temporary protection status.
• Restrictions:
• The rights granted by temporary protection (access to housing, social benefits, etc.) are valid only in the country that granted this status.

2. Refugee status:

• During the application process:
• During the processing of an application for refugee status, a person submits their documents to the relevant authorities and cannot leave the country of application.
• After receiving refugee status:
• You can travel to other countries, including EU countries.
• Return to Ukraine:
• Returning to Ukraine can be grounds for losing refugee status, as it indicates that the threat that led to the status is no longer relevant.

Recommendation: Before travelling to another country or returning to Ukraine, you should check the rules with the local authorities that granted you temporary protection or refugee status to avoid losing your rights.