Germany may cut off payments to Ukrainians: under what conditions assistance will be canceled.

After the start of the full-scale war, Germany became one of the key countries that provided shelter and financial support to Ukrainians fleeing from hostilities. Many of them receive monetary assistance in accordance with paragraph 24 of the 'Foreigners' Residence Act' (AufenthG), but such support is not unconditional.

News.LIVE outlines the conditions under which assistance payments may be suspended.

How much is paid to Ukrainians in Germany

The amount of monthly Bürgergeld payments (for able-bodied individuals) depends on age and family status:

• 563 euros — singles and single parents;
• 506 euros — each spouse;
• 451 euros — youth aged 18-24 without a family;
• 471 euros — teenagers aged 14-17;
• 390 euros — children aged 6-13;
• 357 euros — children under 5 years.

Pensioners (aged 65-67) or those unable to work may apply for Sozialhilfe assistance, which includes financial support, rental vouchers, food, hygiene products, and one-time assistance for purchasing furniture.

Who can lose payments in Germany

Violating the conditions for receiving Bürgergeld, as stated on the Ukrainian in Germany portal, can lead to reduced or complete loss of payments. In particular, the reasons may include:

1. Refusal of work or study — if a person receiving assistance declines the offered job, integration courses, or employment seminars, their payments may be reduced by 10% for the first violation, 20% for the second, and 30% for the third.
2. Ignoring scheduled meetings with the employment center without valid reason — may lead to a 10% monthly reduction in assistance.
3. If a person has a work permit in Germany but was fired without valid reason— payments may be reduced by 30% for three months.
4. Concealing income or assets could warrant the repayment of disbursed funds and the imposition of a fine. In cases of intentional fraud, the offender may face up to five years in prison.

Vasyl Voskoboynyk, head of the 'Migration Policy Office', stated on the Morning.LIVE broadcast that Germany is the most popular country among Ukrainian refugees, primarily due to the level of social assistance. An adult in Germany currently receives about 880 euros, including housing costs.

'It is still necessary to understand that sooner or later social assistance will end, and if you are going to Europe, you need to rely on your own strength and prepare for the fact that you will have to learn the language, you will have to work seriously', he noted.

Voskoboynyk also mentioned that Northern European countries remain popular among Ukrainian refugees, where assistance is even greater. However, it is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain temporary protection status there.

Earlier, we reported that talk has arisen in Germany about canceling payments to all Ukrainians.

Also find out who is at risk of deportation from Germany.

The information in the news provides comprehensive statistics regarding the conditions for receiving social assistance in Germany for Ukrainians, as well as potential violations that could lead to the suspension of payments. It also considers Germany's popularity among refugees from Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of preparing for independent life in a new country.