Poland denies Ukrainians refugee status: what is happening with thousands of applications.

According to inkorr.com: Since the beginning of spring 2025, the Polish Office for Foreigners has started to reject the applications of Ukrainians for refugee status more frequently. During this period, around one thousand applications have been denied. The continuation of such a practice is anticipated based on the analysis of new cases.

'The analysis of new cases allows us to conclude that this number will increase. The opinion on the necessity of providing international protection (refugee status or additional protection) to Ukrainian citizens has not changed - in most cases, there are no grounds for granting applicants such protection,' - emphasized the Office for Foreigners.

It is noted that although each application is considered individually, in most cases, there are insufficient substantial legal or factual grounds to grant Ukrainians official refugee status or other forms of international protection.

Status of Ukrainians in Poland

Ukrainians in Poland continue to benefit from the temporary protection introduced by the decisions of the European Union. This gives them the right to legally stay in the country, access to social services and benefits under the temporary protection program, as well as compliance with obligations taken at the European level.

• The right to legally stay in Poland remains valid
• Access to social services and benefits under the temporary protection program is maintained
• Poland must fulfill obligations taken at the European level

According to representatives of the Office for Foreigners, Ukrainians remain under the protection of European legislation until the established date by the EU, therefore their right to stay in Poland cannot be challenged.

Thus, Ukrainians in Poland are denied international protection: the Polish Office for Foreigners continues to reject applications for refugee status. This leaves over a thousand individuals without the necessary international protection, although their right to temporary protection remains unchanged. The situation reflects the complicating status of Ukrainians in Poland and the tension between Polish authorities and issues regarding the personal safety of Ukrainian citizens.