Temporary Protection Directive
Have you fled from Ukraine to the Netherlands and want to know what rules apply to you? On this page you will find information about the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD). And the conditions to fall under that Directive. You can also read what you have to arrange yourself to get protection in the Netherlands.
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This is what you need to arrange if you fall under the Temporary Protection Directive
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You must meet these conditions to receive temporary protection in the Netherlands
Have you fled to the Netherlands and have Ukrainian citizenship? Then you probably fall under the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD). This means that you are entitled to a place in a reception centre and medical care in the Netherlands. Read here about the conditions for refugees from Ukraine to receive protection in the Netherlands.
This is how to apply for temporary protection as a family member
Do you have a family member with Ukrainian citizenship who has temporary protection in the Netherlands? If so, you may also be able to get protection in the Netherlands.
You can apply for temporary protection in the Netherlands after registering in another EU country
Have you fled from Ukraine and now have temporary protection in another European country? Then you can come to the Netherlands and apply for temporary protection in the Netherlands. Read here how it works.
Additional information on the temporary protection directive for men doing civil service in Ukraine
Ukrainian men aged 25 can be called up for military service in Ukraine. As a Ukrainian man, you can still apply for temporary protection in the Netherlands even if your passport has expired. The Netherlands does not share data for this registration with Ukraine.
The asylum procedure if you fall under the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD)
Have you received Ukrainian citizenship and proof of residence from the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND)? Then you have also signed a form to start the asylum procedure in the Netherlands. You do not have to do anything with this now. In this article you can read what this means for you.
Conditions for a regular residence permit in addition to right of residence through the Temporary Protection Directive
If you have fled from Ukraine and are staying in the Netherlands under the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), you can apply for a regular residence permit. If you meet the conditions, you can get a regular residence permit in addition to the Temporary Protection. Read how that works here.
Information for refugees from Russia
If you have fled from Russia, you have different rights and obligations than refugees from Ukraine. The information on the RefugeeHelp website is intended for refugees from Ukraine and is therefore specifically tailored to this target group. The information on RefugeeHelp does not apply to refugees from Russia.
These are your options if you are not entitled to the temporary protection
Did you flee from Ukraine and not fall under temporary protection? Or were you under temporary protection but it has stopped since 4 March 2025? Read here what you can do.
Make an appointment online for the digital consultation of VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (VWN)
Do you have a question about money, housing, health or work? Or do you have a legal question, a question about residence rights or about the TPD? Then make an online appointment with an employee of VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (VWN). They will be happy to help you during the digital consultation.