Help for Ukrainian nationals in the UK

Understand your rights and the services you can access. Learn about visas, housing, and life in the UK.

How we can help

We can support you if you've been affected by the crisis in Ukraine and have come to the UK. Search for a Red Cross refugee service near you.

Find support near you

We may be able to help you with:

  • understanding visas and the legal system
  • one-to-one support with your case
  • tracing your missing family members in Ukraine
  • where to go if you need help with health, jobs, schools, or housing
  • emotional support

 

Guidance for Ukrainians in the UK

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Visas and immigration

Learn about the Homes for Ukraine scheme, family migration visas, permission extension and how to claim asylum.

Get information on visas
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Housing

Guidance on how to find a place to live in the UK, including living with a host and rental accommodation.

How to find a home
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Travelling to the UK

Advice on how to stay safe while travelling, free train travel, bringing your pet to the UK and more.

How to travel safely
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Life in the UK

Information on schools, health, jobs and accessing services.

Learn about the UK

Information in Ukrainian and Russian

Access some of this information and watch videos in Ukrainian and Russian: