Temporary Protection in Portugal
In response to the war in Ukraine, the Portuguese government has applied a Temporary Protection regime to Ukrainian citizens, stateless persons and third-country nationals legally residing in Ukraine, who cannot return to their country of origin, and their relatives.
To apply for the Temporary Protection Status online, visit the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) website.
Please note that applicants and holders of temporary protection status may also apply for asylum (refugee status or subsidiary protection).
For more information on support for people fleeing Ukraine in Portugal, visit Portugal for Ukraine, the Government’s dedicated online platform.
Do you wish to be reunited with your family? Click on the links below for information on Family Reunification:
- UNHCR leaflet on family unity and family reunification for persons fleeing Ukraine (Ukrainian language version).
- UNHCR leaflet on family unity and family reunification for persons fleeing Ukraine (English language version).
Ukraine is Home
The Ukraine is Home platform was designed to give people fleeing Ukraine reliable and up-to-date information, helping them make informed and voluntary decisions about their stay, especially while the war continues. You can explore the website or visit the frequently asked questions for Temporary Protection holders residing in Portugal.
The platform provides refugees, returnees, and internally displaced Ukrainians with information about their rights and continued stay in host countries or communities, as well as available support in Ukraine:
- Information on temporary protection status and visits to Ukraine for 20+ European countries
- Available support for returnees from abroad and internally displaced Ukrainians
- Cash assistance for vulnerable returnees from abroad and IDP returnees
- Multi-service protection centres run by UNHCR and partners
- National compensation programme for damaged or destroyed housing
- Employment and business opportunities in Ukraine
- A toll-free hotline for questions on continued stay abroad and return to Ukraine available from any European country
If you are displaced because of the Ukraine situation and need help in other countries, visit UNHCR Help webpages and the Digital Blue Dot.
