Your first practical steps
Register for temporary protection
Go to your gemeente or the IND. You'll receive a sticker (O-document) confirming your status.
Enrol children in school
Children aged 5–18 have the right to free public school. Ask your gemeente about ISK / nieuwkomersklas.
Find a GP (huisarts)
Register with a huisarts in your area. Healthcare is included under temporary protection.
Open a bank account & living allowance
Most gemeenten pay a monthly leefgeld (living allowance) to your bank account.
Your personal checklist
We'll tailor these to your situation after signup.
- temporary protection
- school enrollment
- huisarts
- bank account
- bsn
- leefgeld
- language course
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Most families live in gemeentelijke opvang (municipal shelter) or with hosts. You can also rent privately — talk to your gemeente case worker.
Healthcare is covered under the regeling. Visit your gemeente or huisarts. For mental health support, ask for a Ukrainian-speaking psychologist.
You can work freely. Many start with logistics, hospitality or care work. Salary should be at minimum wage or higher — check your contract.
Schools welcome Ukrainian children via newcomer classes (ISK / nieuwkomersklas). Younger children: ask gemeente about kinderopvang.
FAQ
Is temporary protection still valid?
Yes — the EU extended it until at least March 2026 for displaced Ukrainians.
Can I work?
Yes. Under temporary protection you can work without a separate work permit.
What is leefgeld?
A monthly living allowance from your gemeente: ~€260/month for adults, ~€180 for children (subject to housing situation).
Do I need to learn Dutch?
Not mandatory under protection status, but free / subsidized language classes are widely available.
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