Ukraine Family Scheme visa

Some people are arriving from Ukraine under the Ukraine Family Scheme visa.

The scheme allows applicants to join family members or extend their stay in the UK. You can find more information about this scheme on the GOV.UK website.

If you need help, you can call the free helpline on +44 808 164 8810 and select option 1. The helpline is open 24 hours a day.

If you cannot contact UK 0808 numbers, you can call +44 (0)175 390 7510.

Organisations such as The Red Cross are strongly recommending that people seek legal advice before they apply for these visas. You can find information on the Red Cross website.

Citizens Advice have also provided some information for people who wish to bring family members to the UK from Ukraine.

Please note that Stockport Council are not involved in the application process.