Temporary Protection for people displaced from Ukraine

Ireland participates in this measure, which has been given legal effect under Section 60 of the International Protection Act 2015.

Eligibility is determined in accordance with Council Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/382, as subsequently amended and extended, including by Council Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1912.

The Temporary Protection Directive (2001/55 EC) was activated by EU

Ukrainian nationals who were residing in Ukraine before 24 February 2022;

Nationals of a third country (other than Ukraine) or a stateless person who would have benefited from international protection (for example: Refugee status) or an equivalent national protection status in Ukraine and were residing there before 24 February 2022;

Family members include a spouse or partner, unmarried minor children of either of them, and their other close dependent family relatives who have been living with them as part of the family unit before 24 February 2022.

Temporary protection also applies to nationals of a third country (other than Ukraine) and stateless people who were residing in Ukraine before 24 February 2022 with a permanent Ukrainian residence permit, who cannot safely return to their country of origin.

From 5 August 2026, the following changes apply: Temporary Protection will only be granted to applicants who can demonstrate that they were authorised under Ukrainian law to leave the territory of Ukraine.

Q8. What will happen when I reach the Border in Ireland? When you arrive at the Border you will present (as normal) to an Immigration Officer, who will ask you some basic questions in relation to your needs. You should present any identification documentation available, such as your passport. Q9. Do I need to apply for Asylum at the Border? There is no requirement for Ukrainian nationals to seek international protection (also known as asylum) to receive the support and protection of the Irish State. The EU Temporary Protection Directive provides a quicker and more streamlined alternative in these circumstances. While you can, of course, always choose to apply for international protection, you cannot benefit from temporary protection at the same time. Temporary protection will provide you with immediate access to the labour market, along with access to social welfare income supports, accommodation and other State supports. If you choose to apply for international protection, you should be aware that you will not be able to access employment until 6 months after making your application.

Q13. I have arrived in Ireland but have not received my temporary protection permission letter. How do I get this? If you arrived at Dublin Airport prior to 9 March (when permission letters first began to issue) or if you have arrived into another port of entry to the State you can get your permission letter by visiting the Citywest Convention Centre, Saggart, Co Dublin, D24 A38Y; Cork City PSC and PPSN Centre, Ground Floor, Hanover Street, Cork T12 PX62 or Limerick Intreo Centre, Dominick Street, Limerick, V94 X327 . If you have any difficulty in getting to one of these centres please contact us at [email protected] and we will do our best to make other arrangements for you.

For the most up to date immigration information related to Ukraine and supports available to those fleeing the conflict, please see the Department’s **[Frequently Asked Questions page](https://www.irishimmigration.ie/faqs-for-ukraine-nationals-and-residents-of-ukraine/)**. This page will be updated regularly.

**Important Update** Please note the below change in eligibility for Temporary Protection following the publication of Council Implementing Decision 2026/1912 extending temporary protection introduced by Implementing Decision 2022/382. From 5 August 2026, the following changes apply: 1\. Temporary Protection will only be granted to applicants who can demonstrate that they were authorised under Ukrainian law to leave the territory of Ukraine. Applicants must provide acceptable evidence of that authorisation. Applicants who are unable to provide sufficient evidence that they were authorised under Ukrainian law to leave Ukraine may not be eligible for Temporary Protection. 2\. These changes do not affect those who have been granted temporary protection before the new rules entered into force. 3\. You will not be granted temporary protection in Ireland if you have already been granted it in another EU country. 4\. Family reunification applications will continue to be considered in accordance with Article 15 of the Temporary Protection Directive and relevant provisions of Irish Law.

On arrival in the state or shortly thereafter you will be provided with a letter from the Minister for Justice confirming that you are a beneficiary of Temporary Protection in Ireland granted under section 60 of the International Protection Act 2015.

If you are granted temporary protection in Ireland you will also receive a Personal Public Service Number (PPSN).

Temporary protection will provide you with immediate access to the labour market, along with access to social welfare income supports, accommodation and other State supports.

Family reunification applications will continue to be considered in accordance with Article 15 of the Temporary Protection Directive and relevant provisions of Irish Law.

An application for international protection would have to be withdrawn before temporary protection could be granted or vice versa.

For the most up to date immigration information related to Ukraine and supports available to those fleeing the conflict, please see the Department’s

With regards to social welfare supports including rent supplements this can be accessed through local Intreo Offices

https://www.tusla.ie/services/alternative-care/separated-children/

You will not be granted temporary protection in Ireland if you have already been granted it in another EU country.