The UKR status in Poland is valid until September: how Ukrainians can legalize their stay.

According to inkorr.com: All Ukrainian citizens who arrived in Poland through official border crossing points due to the war and formalized the UKR status have the right to stay in the country until the end of September this year.

Although the temporary status is expected to be extended by the Polish government, the information platform 'UNICEF Together' advises Ukrainians to consider alternative legal options.

Ways to Obtain Legal Status

• Residence Card: The most popular way of legalization is obtaining a residence card, which allows visa-free border crossing.
• Educational Opportunities: Students can obtain a student visa or legal status through studying at Polish educational institutions.
• Specialized Programs: Temporary permits are granted for medical treatment or participation in scientific and cultural initiatives.
• EU Blue Card: This card is intended for highly skilled workers with an employment contract in Poland.
• Family Ties: The possibility to obtain status is available for family members of Polish citizens or legal foreigners.
• Long-Term Residency: Ukrainians who have lived in Poland for over five years can obtain EU long-term resident status.

Experts emphasize that the choice of legalization method depends on the individual circumstances of each family and their long-term plans regarding residence in the country.

Previously, Poland recorded an influx of Ukrainians aged 18-22.

Poland introduced a temporary status for Ukrainians who arrived through official border crossing points due to the war. However, Ukrainians are advised to evaluate alternative legalization pathways that encompass various categories—from students to highly qualified specialists and individuals with family ties seeking to obtain extended residence status in the EU.This situation opens up new opportunities for Ukrainians looking for different options for legalization in Poland, especially when their stay in the country may require legal arrangements. It is important for Ukrainian citizens to pay attention to their individual needs and plans, as this will determine their further success in the legalization process.