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Poland Extends Refugee Status for Ukrainians Until 2026

11/16/2025

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On November 14, Polish President Karol Nawrocki announced a law extending legal status for Ukrainian refugees until March 2026.
Poland hosts about 1 million Ukrainian refugees after Russia's invasion.
The law approved by Parliament on September 17 tightens oversight of social assistance for foreigners and restricts medical services for adult Ukrainian citizens.
Nawrocki criticized the provisions as unfair to Poles, urging equitable treatment of all minorities.

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On November 14, Polish President Karol Nawrocki announced a law extending legal status for Ukrainian refugees until March 2026.
Poland hosts about 1 million Ukrainian refugees after Russia's invasion.
The law approved by Parliament on September 17 tightens oversight of social assistance for foreigners and restricts medical services for adult Ukrainian citizens.
Nawrocki criticized the provisions as unfair to Poles, urging equitable treatment of all minorities.