Written questions

Immigration: Ukraine

Commons · Question 42064 · Tabled 27 Mar 2025 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 3 Apr 2025

Question

Asked by Neil Shastri-Hurst

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she plans to allow time spent under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme to count towards the five-year qualifying period for settled status.

Answer

Answered by Seema Malhotra, 3 Apr 2025

We recognise the Ukrainian government’s desire for the future return of its citizens to Ukraine. It is important our approach respects these wishes. This is why the temporary sanctuary Ukraine Visa Schemes do not lead to settlement in the UK. Similarly, t...