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Updated: 5 Mar 2025
Ukrainian citizens are able to stay anywhere within the EU for a period up to 90 days without any visa. The EU has implement the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), to provide Ukrainians with immigration options throughout the EU. After arriving in an EU country, Ukrainian citizens will be able to apply for TPD status which will give them rights to travel freely, work and also give them access to social benefits such as housing and healthcare. The European Commission have developed this website to provide anyone fleeing the war with the latest information.
The temporary right of residence for people displaced from Ukraine is granted until 4th March 2026. The ID card for displaced persons confirms the temporary right of residence for displaced persons from Ukraine. The right of residence will be valid regardless of the period stated on this certificate, even after March 4, 2025. All persons who are registered in Austria as displaced persons from Ukraine and have a valid residence will automatically be sent a new ID card with an extended validity date.
If you want to apply for temporary protection in Austria please visit one of these registration offices, after your application has been successful you will be issued an ID card for displaced persons. If you stay in Austria for more than 3 days you are also required to register your address with the registration authority.
The police serve as your first point of contact in Austria, and after an initial assessment of your accommodation needs, they can provide you with the contact details of the relevant basic services office in your state.
A Ukrainian speaking hotline has been set up to provide you with information and assistance, this can be reached by calling +43126768709460.
If you are travelling with a pet and need information or veterinary assistance please call +4367687844514.
For more information regarding temporary protection in Austria please visit https://www.bmi.gv.at/ukraine/ or if you need information specific to Vienna please visit https://start.wien.gv.at/ukraine/.
The ÖIF offers free German language courses at more than 80 course locations throughout Austria, with childcare available if required. Online courses are also available. To enrol on these courses please bring your ID card for displaced persons and a registration form.
For more information please visit this website.
The Austrian Public Employment Service (AMS) can help you to find employment. During your first visit, they will collect your personal data, information about your education, professional experience and skills. They will then use this information to try to find employment opportunities that will be suitable for you.
A list of the AMS office locations can be found here.
Address:
Austrian Embassy Warsaw, ul. Gagarina 34, 00-748 Warsaw
Telephone:
+48228410081Address:
Benczur utca 16, 1068 Budapest
Telephone:
+3614797010Address:
Pressburg, Hodžovo námestie 1/A, 81106 Bratislava
Telephone:
+421259301500Address:
Strada Dumbrava Roșie 7, București 030167, Romania
Telephone:
+40212015612Address:
Mynaiska St, 14Б, Uzhhorod, Zakarpats'ka oblast, Ukraine, 88000
Telephone:
+380(50)3101414For a full list of the embassies and consulates click here