Support for Ukraine

Leicestershire stands with Ukraine

Information to help support people affected by the invasion of Ukraine. The Government is overseeing the efforts to help Ukrainians fleeing war, alongside local authorities.

Homes for Ukraine scheme

Hosting guests from Ukraine

Find out about becoming a host for Ukrainian guests who are already in the Country but need a new host.

Becoming a Host for Ukrainian guests in Leicestershire

Information for Leicestershire hosts and sponsors

Find out about payments and support for sponsors and hosts in Leicestershire, including answers to frequently asked questions.

Information for Leicestershire Hosts and Sponsors

Government information about being a sponsor or host on the Homes for Ukraine scheme.

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For Ukrainian guests in Leicestershire

Advice for Ukrainians arriving in the UK

British government: Welcome! A guide for Ukrainians arriving in the UK

British Red Cross: Help for Ukrainian nationals

Barnardo's: Ukrainian support helpline

School places for Ukrainian refugees

Please note: We are experiencing a very high volume of applications for school places, and we appreciate your patience and understanding whilst we process these. As it can take up to 15 school days to reach and communicate each decision, we politely request waiting for this length of time before contacting the service to follow up on an application.

Please declare that you are making an application for or on behalf of a Ukrainian refugee. If you would like speak to us about school places, please call 0116 305 6684.

Leicestershire schools information

Apply for a school place

Local links

Find your district council in Leicestershire

Visa support for Ukrainians and their families 

There is visa support for Ukrainian nationals and their family members.

Translation and interpreting support

Charity Translators have compiled model document translation templates to help with visa applications. These templates can be used free of charge.

An English Ukrainian Bilingual Visual Dictionary has recently been published by DK and is available on DK’s website and other distributors.

UK businesses and charities sending goods 

UK businesses can contact the Export Support Service for questions relating to the situation in Ukraine and Russia. 

The government advises against businesses sending charitable goods to Ukraine. Exports may be subject to customs declarations, checks, and duty and border taxes. Your donation could be delayed getting to people in need. Donate to a registered charity or trusted scheme instead. 

The Charity Commission has published guidance for charities fundraising for Ukraine. 

The government has published guidance for charities and trustees on the most commonly asked questions.

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