Visas & accommodation
Ukrainians wanting to come to the UK can apply for visas under two different schemes, these are:
- The Ukraine Family Scheme allows applicants to join family members or extend their stay in the UK.
- The Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme allows Ukrainian nationals and their family members to come to the UK if they have a named sponsor under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme.
Ukraine Family Scheme Visa
The Ukraine Family Scheme allows applicants to join family members or extend their stay in the UK.
It is free to apply and you can stay in the UK for up to three years.
Full guidance and information about how to apply can be found on the Ukraine Family Scheme webpages.
You can call the free 24/7 helpline on 0808 164 8810 if you are in the UK for help with any questions about the scheme.
Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme Visa
The Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme allows Ukrainian nationals and their family members to come to the UK if they have a named sponsor under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme.
As with the Family Scheme, it is free to apply and you can stay in the UK for up to three years.
Full guidance and information about how to apply can be found on the Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme webpages.
You can call the free 24/7 helpline on 0808 164 8810 if you are outside the UK for help with any questions about the scheme.
Our welcome pack (available in English or Ukrainian) brings together most of the information in this section of the website and can be downloaded for future reference.
How do I find a sponsor?
If you have decided you would like to live in the Tunbridge Wells area, the Tunbridge Wells Ukraine Refugee Support Group may be able to help.
This group provides the 'wrap around' support for Ukrainian refugees coming to stay in Tunbridge wells with the help of volunteers. The group provides advice and support on processes such as registering to host a family or the visa application process. Find them on Facebook.
Once you have been matched with a sponsor, you will be able to start your visa application.
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