Application of the Temporary Protection Directive: Challengues and good practices in 2023

To provide up-to-date information and avoid dupli­cation with earlier publications from the EMN and other sources, this study provides an overview of developments, challenges and good practices, focusing on specific un­der-researched topics of interest for national and European policymakers. The study’s geographical scope includes 25 EMN Member Countries.

The main objectives of the study are:

To present the state of play as of 1 July 2023 and key trends in terms of the numbers of BoTP in EMN Member Countries up to 1 July 2023.

To provide insights into the legal status and registration of BoTP in EMN Member Countries, including when transitioning to different types and forms of residence or protection.

To explore a number of key issues related to mobility and movement of beneficiaries, including when trav­elling to other Member States, outside the EU or going back to Ukraine.

To provide examples of challenges and good practices from EMN Member Countries in providing access to the rights granted under the TPD.

To provide an overview of policies and measures in place in EMN Member Countries to ensure support for unaccompanied minors, children arriving accompanied by a guardian, and other vulnerable groups.