Ukraine UA: Net Migration data was reported at -200,000.000 Person in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 269,541.000 Person for 2007. Ukraine UA: Net Migration data is updated yearly, averaging 104,383.000 Person from Dec 1962 (Median) to 2012, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 454,164.000 Person in 1962 and a record low of -462,264.000 Person in 1997. Ukraine UA: Net Migration data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Net migration is the net total of migrants during the period, that is, the total number of immigrants less the annual number of emigrants, including both citizens and noncitizens. Data are five-year estimates.; ; United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; Sum;

The annual net migration of the population of Ukraine, calculated as the difference between the number of inter-state immigrants and emigrants, exceeded ** thousand in 2021, marking a significant increase compared to the previous year. Since 2005, people migrating to and taking permanent residence in Ukraine have outnumbered those who left the country.

Over 1.2 million refugees from Ukraine due to the Russian invasion fled to Germany as of April 2025. Furthermore, the second-highest number was recorded in Poland. In total, around 5.1 million Ukrainian refugees were registered across Europe and 5.6 million worldwide as of May 2025. Most of them fled the country by crossing the border with Poland. Ukrainian refugees in Germany The first increases in the number of Ukrainian refugees in Germany were registered in March and April 2022. The figure exceeded one million refugees in September of that year. Germany had the highest monthly financial allowance for Ukrainians who fled the war compared to other European countries as of June 2022. Temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees in the EU European Union (EU) members implemented the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), which guaranteed access to accommodation, welfare, and healthcare to refugees from Ukraine. People fleeing the war had a right to a residence permit in the EU, enter the labor market, and enroll children in educational institutions. The protection is granted until March 4, 2026, but it can be extended in the future depending on the situation in the country.

Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Chernivtsi data was reported at 7,271.000 Person in Sep 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 5,917.000 Person for Aug 2018. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Chernivtsi data is updated monthly, averaging 4,299.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 190 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 12,544.000 Person in Dec 2007 and a record low of 57.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Chernivtsi data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Cherkasy data was reported at 14,132.000 Person in Sep 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 12,055.000 Person for Aug 2018. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Cherkasy data is updated monthly, averaging 9,803.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 190 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 28,768.000 Person in Dec 2003 and a record low of 141.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Cherkasy data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

This forecast is an approximate estimate of Ukraine’s future population.

It is based on the estimate by the Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Issues of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine of the country’s population as of January 1, 2022, within the 1991 borders.

The forecast is built on expert assessments by specialists from the Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Issues of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine regarding changes in birth rates, life expectancy, and population migration. These expert assessments are based on data from the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine on registered births and deaths, as well as migration data from the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine and international organizations.

The forecast was developed under the assumption that the Russian-Ukrainian war will end in 2026. It is conducted within the 1991 borders of Ukraine. The time period of the dataset covers January 1, 2022, to January 1, 2040.

The forecast is of a recommendatory nature and serves as a basis for developing state strategies and programs aimed at stabilizing the demographic situation.

In 2025, over *********** refugees from Ukraine have crossed the Polish border. The largest number on March 6, 2022 — more than ******* people.The Government Security Center informs refugees from Ukraine about the possibility of taking refuge in Poland. Due to the Russian attack, as of Thursday, February 24, Ukrainians can cross the border without documents. These individuals are also exempt from the coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine. According to the government's decision, all citizens of Ukraine can cross the border, even those who do not have any identity documents. This also applies to people whose papers are invalid or incomplete. In this case, to enter Poland, the consent of the Commander of the Border Guard is sufficient, which is given during the border crossing. Such a permit is issued for a stay of up to 15 days. After 15 days, the refugees will decide whether to stay in Poland or return to Ukraine if the situation there normalizes.People traveling with animals do not need to have proof of vaccination, and the animal itself does not need to be microchipped.Border services have also set up reception points at border crossings. Those who do not have a guaranteed place to stay in Poland can seek help there. At these points, refugees are provided temporary accommodation in Poland, a hot meal, a drink, basic medical care, and a resting place.Citizens of Ukraine can travel free of charge in class 2 on TLK and IC national economy trains. The passage takes place based on a passport confirming Ukrainian citizenship. Travelers will receive a free ticket.

In July 2024, the United States accepted 34 refugees from Ukraine. In fiscal year 2022 - which ended September 30, 2022 - the U.S. accepted a total of 1,610 Ukrainian refugees. The most Ukrainian refugees arrived in February 2022, the same month that Ukraine was invaded by Russia.In April 2022, the United States committed itself to welcoming 100,000 Ukrainian citizens and others fleeing Russian aggression in the region, but has so far only accepted 2,402 since the Russian invasion in February last year.

Experiences of Homes for Ukraine scheme sponsors who house those fleeing conflict in Ukraine: Homes for Ukraine Sponsor Survey. Experimental Statistics.

Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Odesa data was reported at 14,262.000 Person in May 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 11,396.000 Person for Apr 2018. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Odesa data is updated monthly, averaging 13,816.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to May 2018, with 186 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 48,617.000 Person in Dec 2007 and a record low of 774.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Odesa data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

Germany was estimated to have the highest total costs from taking in refugees from Ukraine due to the Russian invasion that started in February 2022, at approximately 36.6 billion euros as of February 2025. Poland, which ranked second, was one of the countries that took in the most refugees from Ukraine. Spain had the third-highest estimated refugee cost, at around 8.6 billion euros.

Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Zhytomyr data was reported at 16,137.000 Person in Sep 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 12,791.000 Person for Aug 2018. Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Zhytomyr data is updated monthly, averaging 9,122.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 190 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 27,387.000 Person in Dec 2004 and a record low of 677.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Zhytomyr data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

After Russia started its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, approximately ** million border crossings from Ukraine to other countries were recorded as of December 2024. Most of the refugees fled to Poland. More than *** million refugees from Ukraine were recorded in Europe as of December 16, 2024.

Between 2022 and 2024, the frequency of financial transfers from Ukrainian migrants in Poland to Ukraine, particularly among war refugees, has decreased. In 2024, only about ********* of war refugees and pre-war migrants transferred money at least once a month.

Migration in Europe in 2024 marks a return to normality after the extreme disruptions experienced in 2022. While in 2022 ******* saw the largest negative net migration balance, with almost * million of its citizens fleeing the eastern European country in the aftermath of Russia's invasion, in 2024 it is in fact the country with the largest positive net migration balance. Over **** million Ukrainians have returned to their home country from abroad, leading Poland, Romania, and Hungary to have large net migration deficits, as they were key recipient countries for Ukrainians in 2022. The other countries which experienced large positive net migration balances in 2023 are all in Western Europe, as the UK, the Netherlands, France, Italy, and Spain all remain popular destinations for migrants.

Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Volyn data was reported at 9,613.000 Person in Aug 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 7,618.000 Person for Jul 2018. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Volyn data is updated monthly, averaging 6,984.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 189 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 19,973.000 Person in Dec 2007 and a record low of 82.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Volyn data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Kherson data was reported at 6,979.000 Person in Aug 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 5,829.000 Person for Jul 2018. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Kherson data is updated monthly, averaging 5,507.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 189 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 17,772.000 Person in Dec 2002 and a record low of 75.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Arrivals: Year to Date: Region: Kherson data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.

Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Ternopil data was reported at 5,611.000 Person in May 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 3,915.000 Person for Apr 2018. Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Ternopil data is updated monthly, averaging 5,545.000 Person from Dec 2002 (Median) to May 2018, with 186 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 17,558.000 Person in Dec 2002 and a record low of 209.000 Person in Jan 2017. Ukraine Migration: Departures: Year to Date: Region: Ternopil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by State Statistics Service of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.G007: Migration: Arrivals and Departures: ytd: by Region.