Published: 17.02.2026
The Bulgarian government extended temporary protection for displaced people from Ukraine for one year, until 4 March 2027. People who already hold temporary protection must re-register, with the re-registration process running until 30 April 2026.
The extension preserves the existing migration status of displaced people from Ukraine for another year and allows them to plan their stay in Bulgaria until 4 March 2027. The main practical step is re-registration within the designated period, alongside the introduction of new registration-card models. The measure directly affects Ukrainians already holding temporary protection in Bulgaria, rather than ordinary tourists or new residence applicants. They should pay attention to the re-registration deadline and the end date of the extended regime.