Ukraine: Support for hosts

The Government gives us a list of hosts. We then pass your information on to your local council. They will contact you to make an appointment to carry out a home check.

During their visit, a council officer will check to see if your home is suitable for your guests. For example, they will check that there are the right number or bedrooms and that guests have access to a kitchen and bathroom. They will also see if your home is child friendly, or accessible for an older person, depending on the needs of your guest(s).

The council officer will also look at safety issues, such as electric and gas safety, and smoke alarms.

During the home check you will be asked:

• To confirm who you are expecting to arrive
• The names of all those over the age of 16 who currently live in your house. This is so we can carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• How you plan to support your guests with day-to-day needs like getting around and registering with a doctor