When you may need help
You are applying for protection for the first time, have received a request for additional documents or plan to move between countries. Your current status, previous registrations and plans need to be considered together. A change of country of residence may affect not only documents but also access to employment, housing and support.
What we can do
- Review your stay history and the chosen country’s requirements.
- Help list supporting evidence and prepare submissions to the competent authority.
- Assess document renewals, changes of country and any refusal received.
What to prepare for the consultation
- Information on citizenship, departure from Ukraine and current residence.
- Documents on current status and previous registrations.
- Letters from the migration authority, scheduled dates and family members’ details.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
Temporary protection and asylum are different procedures. The conditions for exercising rights and administrative steps are checked for the specific country as of the application date.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
Does status transfer automatically when I move?
You should not rely on automatic transfer. Before moving, check registration in the new country and the consequences for your existing status and related rights.
Can I get help with “Temporary protection for Ukrainians” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Temporary protection for Ukrainians”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Temporary protection for Ukrainians”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Temporary protection for Ukrainians”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Temporary protection for Ukrainians”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.