Ukraine Permission Extension scheme (UPES)

The UK Government has introduced the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme (UPES). This allows people currently living in the UK under existing Ukraine visa schemes to apply to extend their leave to remain in the UK for another 18 months.

You can apply for free. You can only apply online using your UKVI account.

The scheme opens on 4 February 2025. It's important that you apply at the right time. 

Don't be early: Submit your application when you have 28 days or less left on your current leave to remain period. If you apply too early, you'll be rejected. 

Don't be late: You must apply before your current leave to remain expires. If you don't you may lose your rights to work, rent, and benefits. You may also have to repay any benefits you received during this time. 

If you don't know the date when your current leave to remain ends, sign in to your UKVI account to find out. 

You can get more information and apply on the GOV.UK website. If you have any questions about your current visa, UPES or your immigration status, you should contact UKVI or a registered immigration adviser.   

Norfolk UPES Support Service 

The Government has designed the UPES visa for easy online application. Most people will be able to do it themselves. However, we understand that some people might find it harder. Maybe their immigration status is not straightforward, or they are not fluent in English. That's why we'll offer a free support service to help with applications once the scheme opens.