A new state subsidy program for internally displaced persons (IDPs) will be launched in Ukraine on January 29, aimed at helping with housing rent. The initiative aims to support displaced people who have suffered from the war, do not have their own housing and are forced to rent living space. However, like every state program, this one has its own characteristics and limitations.
Who can receive a subsidy?
The subsidy is provided only for certain categories of displaced persons:
- Those who left temporarily occupied territories or zones of active hostilities.
- Persons whose housing has been destroyed or made uninhabitable.
- IDPs who do not receive the monthly payment for IDPs (3,000 UAH for people with disabilities and children, 2,000 UAH for other categories).
- Those who have entered into an official housing rental agreement.
IDPs who rent housing from relatives or from owners participating in the Shelter program will not receive the subsidy.
The amount of the subsidy will be determined individually, depending on the family's income, the number of its members, the cost of rent in the region, and other factors. The main condition is that rent costs must exceed 20% of the total family income.
To apply for a subsidy, the following are required:
- Official rental agreement.
- Application of the established form.
- If necessary, documents confirming special circumstances (guardianship, guardianship, etc.).
You can submit documents both at the Pension Fund service center and online through the PFU electronic services portal.
Program benefits
- Legal protection for IDPs. Concluding a formal lease agreement makes sudden evictions or unjustified rent increases impossible.
- Benefits for landlords. The state will compensate for the tax rate, which should encourage homeowners to legalize contracts.
- Program flexibility. The subsidy extends to all regions of Ukraine, while previously it was only available in 9 pilot regions.
Not all displaced people will be able to receive this assistance, as the program's conditions are quite strict. In particular, the requirement for a formal lease agreement may be an obstacle due to the reluctance of some landlords to register agreements.
The Cabinet expects that the new program will not only help displaced people, but also create transparent conditions for the rental market. Program participants will be able to count on stability and protection of their rights, while the state plans to involve more landlords in the legalization of their activities.
If you fall under the program's criteria, don't waste time, because the subsidy application process will begin in the coming days.
