New statistical information has been released regarding the number of Ukrainian refugees who have received temporary protection status in European Union countries. This information reflects the state of the European Union's migration policy and ongoing efforts to address the refugee crisis.
Redaksiya reports that by the end of autumn 2025, 4.33 million Ukrainian refugees had been granted temporary protection status in the European Union. Data from the European statistical office, Eurostat, confirms this figure. This number indicates a large wave of migration as people displaced by the war seek refuge in European countries.
According to the information, the countries that have accepted the most refugees are Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. Germany has accepted approximately 1.2 million Ukrainians, and Poland has accepted about one million refugees. Over 392,000 Ukrainians have been accepted in the Czech Republic. These countries have made significant efforts in accommodating refugees and providing them with temporary living arrangements. By the end of November, an increase of 11,040 people was recorded in Germany, 3,745 in Poland, and 2,810 in Spain. A decrease in the number of Ukrainian refugees was observed in France (870 people) and Lithuania (575 people). Overall, compared to the end of October 2025, the total number of Ukrainian citizens under temporary protection increased by 30,615 in November.
The European Union activated the Temporary Protection Directive in March 2022. This emergency mechanism can be applied in the event of an extraordinary influx of refugees. This allows them to receive protection status quickly and without bureaucratic delays. Temporary protection provides refugees with access to public health insurance, education, and the labor market. Initially, this mechanism was valid for one year, and it has since been extended several times, currently until March 4, 2027. This extension demonstrates the European Union's intention to continue supporting refugees due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.