How to build a new life in the EU
The project develops the essential Information kit for Ukrainians in the EU providing information and resources to help them navigate life in the Netherlands and Poland. Covering key areas such as housing, healthcare, legal rights, employment, education, language learning, and cultural integration, the guide equips displaced people with the knowledge needed to access vital services and adapt to their new communities. It aims to ease the transition by offering practical guidance on securing stable employment, understanding local customs, enrolling in education, and achieving financial independence— crucial steps for successful long-term integration.
Legal status
- Rights and status of temporary protection
- Documents processing (residence permit and ID)
- Legalisation of diplomas
- Registering births and deaths
- Legal assistance
Work and finances
- Where to find a job (resources, platforms, tips)
- Labor rights and contracts
- Wages, benefits, and working conditions
- Managing finances and taxes
- Social support
Healthcare
- Registration with a GP
- Access to medical care
- Health insurance: What is covered and what is not
- Medications and prescriptions
- Vaccination
- Psychological support
Education
- Kindergarten and daycare
- Enrolling children in primary school
- Continue with Ukrainian education
- Secondary schools for children with refugee and migrant background
- Higher education and professional retraining
Culture and everyday life
- Understanding local values and habits
- Learning local language and integration to community
- Preserving your own cultural identity
- Friendship and free time
Housing
- Free temporary accommodation
- Where to find temporary or permanent housing: websites, agencies, local housing programs
- Tenant rights
- Buying a house: sales contracts, deposits, and buyers’ rights
Living in the Netherlands
Here, you can download the guide for Ukrainians living in the Netherlands in four languages: English, Ukrainian, Dutch and Russian
Living in Poland
Here, you can download the guide for Ukrainians living in Poland in four languages: English, Ukrainian, Polish and Russian