Ukrainian refugees in the UK are facing significant challenges as they navigate the Home Office's visa extension process, which could leave them without proof of residency and work rights for eight weeks. Many are already experiencing difficulties with tenancy renewals and employment due to impending visa expiration. Campaigners urge the government to implement an automated extension process, especially as the demand is expected to spike with thousands of applications. The situation is causing anxiety among families, many of whom want their time in the UK to count towards citizenship, unlike other refugee groups who receive more favorable treatment.
Ukrainian refugees face uncertainty over visa extensions, risking jobs and homes due to an eight-week gap that complicates their ability to reside and work in the UK.
The Home Office's non-automatic visa extension scheme could overwhelm their processing capacity, while campaigners argue for a more streamlined automated process to alleviate the stress on families.
Many Ukrainians in the UK want their three years to count towards citizenship, highlighting the need for more inclusive policies compared with refugees from other groups.
As refugees face the heartbreaking possibility of returning to homes that may no longer exist, the emotional toll of living under uncertainty continues to affect them substantially.
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