Switzerland extends support measures for Ukrainians until March 4, 2028, limiting them to those liable for military service
Switzerland will maintain temporary protection status (Status S) for Ukrainians who left Ukraine due to Russia's full-scale invasion until March 4, 2028, but will restrict the rules for obtaining it.
Switzerland is extending temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 4, 2028, but will now limit eligibility to those with military obligations in Ukraine. This new rule applies to all applicants applying for protection on or after August 20. Previously, the rules for obtaining temporary protection were not restricted. The Swiss government made this decision at a meeting on August 19, following consultations with relevant stakeholders.
The Federal Council's decision aligns Switzerland with EU policy, which also extended temporary protection until March 4, 2028, but limited access to those fulfilling military obligations in Ukraine. This requirement applies to Ukrainian citizens of conscription age, those in the reserves, and those who joined the armed forces voluntarily.
Switzerland is not legally obligated to implement this EU decision, but the Federal Council believes it is in Switzerland's interest to align its practice with the EU. The Swiss government stated that if the situation in Ukraine stabilizes, the Federal Council will review the protection status.
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