Ukraine Extension Scheme
People granted status under the Ukraine Extension Scheme have the right to live, work and claim benefits in the UK for up to three years.
On 16 May 2024, the scheme closed to everyone except children born in the UK to a parent holding a Ukraine Scheme visa.
On 04 February 2025, the Ukraine Extension Scheme will close entirely. Eligible children will need to apply for the new Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) Scheme instead. Please read our section on the new UPS.
How can I make an application for a child?
Until 04 February 2025, you can apply for your child to obtain permission under the Ukraine Extension Scheme if both of the following are true:
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you have permission to be in the UK under one of the Ukraine Schemes (including the Ukraine Family Scheme);
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your child was born in the UK.
A separate application for the child born in the UK must be completed online. The child must be in the UK when the application is made. As part of your child’s application, you will need to upload documents that confirm your and your child’s identity, confirmation of your Ukraine Scheme status and proof of your parental relationship with a child, such as a birth certificate. You will also need to show that they were born in the UK.
If you hold a Ukraine Scheme status, but your child was born outside the UK, and you are seeking options on how to bring them to the UK, we suggest you seek immigration advice on alternative options. You can contact us if this is the case, or seek advice from a regulated immigration adviser.
I have a pending application, what should I do?
If you submitted an application for the Ukraine Extension Scheme prior to the deadline of 16 May 2024, your application should continue to be processed as before. Applications submitted after 23:59 on 16 May 2024 will not be considered.
If you are experiencing a considerable delay in processing of your application, and there are mitigating circumstances, you can try escalating this with the Ukraine helpline on +44 808 164 8810, contacting your local MP or speaking to an immigration adviser.