Published: 31.08.2026
According to the source, the Netherlands has extended temporary protection for Ukrainians until 4 March 2028. Beneficiaries retain resident rights and social guarantees; after the regime ends, long-term residence will require a regular residence permit or citizenship of an EU country.
For Ukrainians, the extension preserves their current lawful status and postpones the need to switch immediately to a regular residence permit. In the longer term, those planning to remain in the Netherlands will still need a separate basis for an immigration residence permit, because temporary protection is not itself a permanent immigration status. Sources also mention that the authorities are discussing a possible three-year transition permit, but describe it as a plan. This is particularly important for Ukrainians already living in the Netherlands under temporary protection, who should factor 4 March 2028 into their document and status planning.