Visas and residence permits

Visas

The UK has 2 different schemes for Ukrainian nationals and their immediate family who wish to come to the country or remain here.

If you want to be sponsored by a UK household for 6 months, you may be able to apply for the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship scheme.

You can apply under the Ukraine Extension Scheme until it closes on 16 May 2024.

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

If you are in the UK under one of the Ukraine schemes, you may be able to apply to stay for 18 months more.

You’ll be able to apply 3 months before your current visa expires.

You may be able to apply under other immigration routes.

You need to apply to provide your biometric information as soon as possible after arriving in the UK.

Your decision letter will include information on how to do this.

You can start the application to provide your biometric information by completing the online form.

You will then book and attend an appointment at UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) service point. The link provides information on the process and what you need to do.