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 closed entirely. Eligible children will need to apply for the new Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) Scheme instead.
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.