Ukrainian nationals in the UK: visa support

Ukraine Extension Scheme

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This route does not require a UK-based sponsor.

The Ukraine Extension Scheme will remain open after 16 May 2024 for children who are born in the UK.

Find out more about the Ukraine Extension Scheme.

Other options are available below, depending on what kind of visa you have.

Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme

If you have been given permission to be in the UK under one of the Ukraine Schemes, you may be able to apply for a further 18 months permission to stay in the UK under the new Ukraine Permission Extension scheme.scheme. You’ll be able to apply 3 months before your existing visa is due to expire. We will provide further information about the new scheme shortly.

Visitors

If you are a visitor

If you are in the UK on a visitor visa and cannot return to Ukraine you can apply to switch to another visa. You will need to meet the requirements of that immigration route.

Skilled Workers

If you are here on a Skilled Worker visa

If you are on a Skilled Worker visa that is due to expire you can apply to extend your leave or apply for settlement if you meet the Immigration Rules.

Full details can be found in the Skilled Worker visa guidance.

Students

If you are here on a Student visa

If you are on a Student visa that is due to expire you can apply to extend your leave, switch to a Graduate visa, or switch to another type of visa if you meet the Immigration Rules.

Full details can be found in the Student visa guidance.

Seasonal Workers

If you are here on a Seasonal Worker visa

You must continue working in a job permitted by the Seasonal Worker route, with the same Scheme Operator (your sponsor).

You may be eligible to make an application under other immigration routes before your visa expires.

Check which visas you may be able to apply for.

If you need support

If you are in the UK and need assistance, contact UKVI: