Ukraine: Support for hosts
Money, work and benefits
Finding work
Adults arriving through the Homes for Ukraine scheme will have the right to work as soon as they arrive.
You guests can search and apply for jobs on the GOV.UK Find a job website. They can also get advice on finding work from your nearest Jobcentre.
More information on finding a job and paying tax is available in the Government's Homes for Ukraine: Guidance for guests.
Benefits
Ukrainian nationals can access Universal Credit as soon as they arrive in the UK.
They can get support to make a claim from Citizens Advice.
Your guest can apply for Child Benefit if they are the parent or guardian of a child who is:
- Under 16
- Under 20 and still in approved education or training
Your guest may be able to claim other benefits. See information about financial support for people fleeing Ukraine.
More advice for about how guests can access essential benefits and services can be found in in the Government's Homes for Ukraine: Guidance for guests.
Everyday living costs
Your guest may need help to open a bank account:
- The Refugee Council has a helpful guide to opening a bank account
- When the district council teams visit to carry out the welfare check, they will give your guest a letter that they can use as proof of their address
It's likely your guest will be on a low income to start with. Help with budgeting and understanding living costs in the UK will be useful. Think about supporting them to use an easy budget planner to help them manage their income.
Help with living costs is available if your guests are struggling.