Employment of Ukrainian refugees

With more and more Ukrainian refugees coming to Germany, the question arises as to how they can be employed, be it temporarily or long-term. In the course of the Ukraine war, immigration and residence laws on the EU and German levels have been simplified to facilitate access to the labour market.

Until 23 May 2022, the so called “Ukraine Residence Temporary Regulation” (Ukraine-Aufenthalts-Übergangsverordnung), issued by the Federal Ministry of Interior, applies. This regulation provides for special rules for refugees from Ukraine arriving in Germany.

Accordingly, the following persons do not need a residence permit to enter and stay in Germany until 23 May 2022:

• Foreigners (also non-Ukrainian nationals) who were in Ukraine on 24 February 2022.
• Ukrainian nationals living in Ukraine, who were temporarily not in Ukraine on 24 February 2022. This also applies to refugees recognised as such in Ukraine and persons who are granted international or national protection in Ukraine.
• Ukrainian nationals who were already legally residing in Germany on 24 February 2022.

Important: Employment in Germany is not allowed without a residence permit. Hence, refugees from Ukraine legally entering Germany without any further proceedings, need a residence permit to take up employment in Germany.

Application for a residence permit

Taking up employment in Germany is only possible for people holding a residence permit. A long-term residence permit can be...

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