Cash for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Syria
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Due to limited funding at the global level, UNHCR operations in Syria including the Multi-Purpose Cash Grant (MPCG) programme, has been affected. This means that assistance cannot continue for everyone who received financial assistance last year.
In 2026 the MPCG will be focusing on families and individuals who are most vulnerable.
UNHCR and its partners remain committed to supporting refugees and asylum-seekers and UNHCR continues to seek additional resources to assist those most in need.
We encourage everyone to rely only on UNHCR’s official channels, as unverified information and rumors may circulate. For any questions, please contact UNHCR through the usual channels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on MPCG Assistance Reduction by refugees and asylum seekers in Syria:
The reduction is due to limited funding at the global level and operational prioritization. UNHCR must prioritize its resources to ensure that other essential services, including protection and life-saving interventions, remain available to the population. Therefore, financial assistance will now focus on the most vulnerable individuals and families.
Assistance will be provided only to refugees and asylum-seekers who meet the new eligibility criteria based on a protection-focused assessment, which prioritizes families and individuals with severe vulnerabilities and considers a combination of different conditions
The revised criteria for assistance will take effect starting 2026.
You will receive direct communication from UNHCR through SMS. If you have questions, you can contact the UNHCR help lines, during working hours.
If you are not eligible for MPCG assistance:
- You can still access other UNHCR and partner services, including psychosocial support, legal assistance, and education through UNHCR. Health referrals and community-based activities continue to be available at the UNHCR Community Centre in Tadamoun, operated by SARC for refugees residing in Damascus and Rural Damascus, and in other community centres across the country.
No. The reduction in financial assistance does not affect your legal status, registration or access to protection services.
You can:
- Call the UNHCR helplines designated for the governorate of your residence.
- Submit feedback through community focal points, outreach volunteers.
- Use complaint boxes at UNHCR offices.
All feedback will be treated confidentially.