Until now, temporary protection for those fleeing Ukraine had been extended until 4 March 2027, with over 4 million displaced persons making use of this temporary protection within the EU. The EU has now decided to extend this until 4 March 2028.
For new applicants, temporary protection will only be granted to individuals who satisfy their military obligations in Ukraine. For those already residing in EU countries based on this Directive, there will not be any changes.
In practice, to receive temporary protection, persons displaced from Ukraine may have to prove compliance with their military obligations. As an example, this could be done by showing a passport with the exit stamp provided by the Ukrainian authorities proving that they left Ukraine legally and therefore satisfy military obligations. This could also be done by showing a document, in paper or electronic format, confirming exemption from or compliance with military obligations. The decision still needs to be formalized.
New rules have applied since 1 July 2026 for British people employed in professional occupations and for service providers who work on a contract basis. This scheme replaces the temporary workaround under which both groups used the existing single permit application for paid employment.
Service providers who work on a contract basis will continue to be covered by the single permit. Professionals can apply for a permit subject to the restriction “professional within the meaning of the applicable Trade Agreement”.
Source: Residence permit under EU-UK Trade Agreement | IND
The revised version of European Directive 2011/98/EU, Directive 2024/1233, entered into force on 22 May 2026. This directive is applicable to many permits for residence and employment in the Netherlands, including situations relevant to highly skilled migrants.
