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Information for U.S. Citizens in Ukraine:
U.S. State Department Information for U.S. Citizens in Ukraine
This webpage provides information for U.S. citizens with information to get in contact with the U.S. Department of State and information on border crossings in nearby countries.
Get necessary information from the U.S. Department of State on safety and security, travel requirements, emergency assistance, and more with this Traveler’s Checklist.
Information by Country
Ukraine
This website is for refugees and asylum-seekers in Ukraine and provides relevant information for asylum seekers and refugees, including answers to the following questions:
- Where can you seek help in Ukraine?
- How to apply for asylum in Ukraine?
- What is the situation of resettlement to third states in Ukraine?
- How to get information on voluntary returns?
- Local integration for asylum seekers and refugees in Ukraine
- What rights and duties do you have during the asylum procedure and after recognition as a refugee?
- How to get information about available Support Programmes in Ukraine?
- UNHCR’s role and activities in Ukraine
The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Facebook page provides information on border crossings in nearby countries. The page regularly updates with wait times in each of the main border crossing locations.
The National Toll-Free Hotline for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings and Counseling for Migrants provides advice to foreigners staying in Ukraine and Ukrainians planning to travel abroad or return to Ukraine from abroad. Consultations are provided confidentially and free of charge.
Poland
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) created this website for refugees and asylum-seekers in Poland, their family members, and people who assist them. On this website you will find useful information and web links, including on the following topics:
- How to find help
- Accessing International Protection
- Services for Recognized Refugees
- Family Reunification
- Reporting fraud and misconduct
- Reporting sexual exploitation and abuse
- COVID-19 information
Polish Office for Foreigners - Help for Ukrainian citizens - EN Version, UA Version
This webpage was created by the Polish Government to assist Ukrainian citizens seeking refuge in Poland. Here you will find information on border crossings, accommodations, services available and other frequently asked questions.
The Ocalenie Foundation has been operating since 2000 to support migrants and migrant women in integration and individual development. This webpage provides information for Polish citizens and anyone evacuating Ukraine and fleeing to Poland. Here you’ll find information on:
- Preparation for departure
- Visa and asylum information
- Reception points
The Chief Inspectorate Veterinary office of Poland has provided guidance for travelers with animals fleeing from Ukraine. Here you can find the different procedures and forms needed.
State Department Travel Advisory - Poland
This webpage by the U.S. Department of State provides updated information on travel advisories and Embassy alerts for Poland. There is also information on entry requirements, local laws, and other necessary travel information.
Romania
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) created this website for refugees, asylum-seekers, and stateless persons. This webpage offers information on:
- Where to seek asylum in Romania
- Who to contact for different types of help
- Your rights and duties in Romania
- How to contact UNHCR
- How to report misconduct
- Frequently asked questions
- Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Dopomoha is a web platform for information and support for Ukrainian people who want to seek refuge in Romania. This website provides information on the procedure for entering the country, ways to apply for refugee status for Ukrainians in Romania, rights and responsibilities, and useful resources while in the country. Assistance is provided in Romanian, Ukrainian, English, and Russian and is available through a browser from any device.
AsylumRo, an online application designed to provide information free of charge to asylum-seekers, refugees or people in need of protection who find themselves in Romania.
You will find information about the asylum procedure in Romania, your rights and obligations, and where to find help using a map of useful contacts and locations.
State Department Travel Advisory - Romania
This webpage by the U.S. Department of State provides updated information on travel advisories and Embassy alerts for Romania. There is also information on entry requirements, local laws, and other necessary travel information.
Moldova
Bureau of Migration and Asylum
This notice by the Bureau of Migration and Asylum provides information and contacts for those seeking asylum at any state border crossing point in the Republic of Moldova. When calling you can obtain information on:
- Applying for asylum
- Residence permits
- Services of the Temporary Crisis Centers for foreigners
- Types of support from migration officers
State Department Travel Advisory - Moldova
This webpage by the U.S. Department of State provides updated information on travel advisories and Embassy alerts for Moldova. There is also information on entry requirements, local laws, and other necessary travel information.
Hungary
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) created this website for refugees, asylum-seekers, and stateless persons. This webpage offers information on:
- Where to find help and information
- How to seek asylum in Hungary
- Living in Hungary
- Statelessness
- Family reunification
- UNHCR in Hungary
- Reporting misconduct related to UNHCR
Hungarian Helsinki Committee - Information for people fleeing from Ukraine - EN Version, UA Version
This document provides information for people fleeing from Ukraine into Hungary. You will find brief information pertaining to:
- Temporary protection
- Eligibility for protection
- Entry requirements
State Department Travel Advisory - Hungary
This webpage by the U.S. Department of State provides updated information on travel advisories and Embassy alerts for Hungary. There is also information on entry requirements, local laws, and other necessary travel information.
Slovakia
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) created this website to give information to asylum-seekers and refugees in Slovakia about a wide range of topics, such as the asylum procedure, living in Slovakia and the rights and duties of asylum-seekers and refugees in Slovakia.
On this website you will be able to find information about:
- Where to seek help in Slovakia
- UNHCR in Slovakia
- Your right to apply for asylum and the asylum procedure
- Living in Slovakia
- Voluntary return
- Reporting misconduct related to UNHCR
Human Rights League/Mareena - From Ukraine to Slovakia
This website is an initiative of the Human Rights League and Mareena and is regularly updated according to information from Slovak state institutions.
On this website you will be able to find information about:
- Border crossings and entry conditions
- What to pack before coming to Slovakia
- Asylum and subsidiary protection
- Temporary refuge
- Visas
- Transportation
- Accomodation
- Healthcare
State Department Travel Advisory - Slovakia
This webpage by the U.S. Department of State provides updated information on travel advisories and Embassy alerts for Slovakia. There is also information on entry requirements, local laws, and other necessary travel information.
Refugee Information in the United States
This page by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services provides a comprehensive overview of the refugee process.
U.S. Refugee Admissions Program Access Categories
Section 207(a)(3) of the INA says that USRAP shall allocate admissions among refugees “of special humanitarian concern to the United States in accordance with a determination made by the President after appropriate consultation.” This page details the three categories of individuals eligible to enter USRAP, known as “priorities.”
This page has links to the various resettlement agencies that have the Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) for refugee resettlement.
Acceptable documents for refugees
A list of acceptable documents to obtain refugee status in the United States from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Office of Refugee Resettlement.
U.S. Asylum Information
This page by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services provides a comprehensive overview of the asylum process.
Family Reunification in the U.S.
This webpage by The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) provides information on the family reunification process in the United States.
An Affidavit of Relationship (AOR) is form for reunification of refugees and asylees with close relatives living outside of the U.S. This document gives eligible applications access to the U.S. Refugee Program. This brochure from Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services provides an overview of the AOR.