TEMPORARY PROTECTION FOR UKRAINIANS IN THE EU: WHAT WE KNOW. ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2025, THE EU APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE TRANSITION OF UKRAINIANS OUT OF TEMPORARY PROTECTION

22/09/2025

🇪🇺 Update on Temporary Protection for Ukrainians.

1. Extension of Temporary Protectionю.

📅 Proposal & Approval The European Commission proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainians until 4 March 2027. The Council of the EU approved this decision on 13 June 2025.

Press release – Council of the EU, 13 June 2025.

2️. Gradual Phase-Out Plan (Adopted 16 September 2025).

Press release – Council of the EU, 16 September 2025.

The Council of the EU outlined steps for transitioning away from temporary protection:

🔹 Transition to other residence statuses for those who wish to stay in the EU.

🔹 Encouraging voluntary return to Ukraine once it is safe.

🔹 Providing clear information about rights and opportunities after temporary protection ends.

🔹 Monitoring & coordination between EU countries and Ukraine to ensure a fair and predictable process.

3️. Conditions for Ending Temporary Protection.

❗ Temporary protection may end once security conditions in Ukraine allow safe return.

4️. What Is Still Unclear.

❓ pen questions remain:

🔹 Exact date for ending temporary protection (beyond 4 March 2027).

🔹 Which residence statuses will be available afterward?

🔹 Types of support for return and reintegration (humanitarian, financial, informational).

🔹 How EU member states will implement these changes on a national level.

📌 Summary The EU is preparing a gradual and predictable transition away from temporary protection for Ukrainians. However, many details are still under discussion and will be clarified in the coming months.