Understanding temporary protection in Poland

Temporary protection is a separate route from an individual international protection application. Eligibility depends on the applicable rules for people…

Temporary protection is a separate route from an individual international protection application. Eligibility depends on the applicable rules for people displaced from Ukraine; nationality alone does not establish every entitlement.

The Office for Foreigners explains the current documentation arrangements, including PESEL with UKR status. Check your own status and documents rather than relying on another person’s situation or on rules from another country.

Editorial summary checked against official sources: 2026-10-25