Polish legislators enact a law providing aid to Ukrainians.
The Polish Senate has adopted a new law on foreigners and assistance to Ukrainian citizens, a move that is expected to tighten control over foreigners receiving social assistance, particularly the 800+ program. The law, which was supported by 57 senators and opposed by 33, is now awaiting President Karol Nawrocki's signature before it becomes officially adopted.
The new law extends the legal stay of Ukrainian citizens in Poland until March 4, 2026. However, it introduces restrictions on the use of medical services by adult Ukrainian citizens, including medical and pharmaceutical programs, therapeutic rehabilitation, and dental treatment. An exception to this rule is parents of children with disabilities.
The law also aims to address concerns over excessive social assistance paid to Ukrainian refugees. President Nawrocki previously vetoed another legislative initiative regarding the status of Ukrainians in Poland due to these concerns. The right to the 800+ program will be linked to professional activity and children's education in Polish schools.
After the temporary protection period, Ukrainian citizens may face problems with legal employment. The responsibility for the allocation of social assistance to Ukrainian refugees in Poland after the adoption of the new law will remain linked to government institutions, but this process is currently uncertain due to President Nawrocki’s veto blocking the extension of such social benefits.
The Polish Senate prepared this law following President Nawrocki's veto on another legislative initiative. The law does not contain any amendments from the Sejm's previously adopted version.
This development has been reported by "European Truth" with a reference to "Polish Radio". A separate article titled "Punishing Ukrainians. What's behind the new initiatives of the Polish President" was also published by "European Truth".
The current norms provide Ukrainian citizens in Poland with temporary protection until the end of September 2025. Once the new law is officially adopted, it will replace these norms. President Nawrocki's decision on whether to sign the law will be crucial in determining the future of Ukrainian refugees in Poland.
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