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Almost no one considers a short-term stay in Poland.The number of Ukrainian citizens planning to stay in Poland for an extended period is increasing. Furthermore, the employment rate of Ukrainians is rising, although many continue to work in positions that do not match their qualifications.This is according to the latest report from the Migration Research Centre of the University of Warsaw, as reported by InPoland.net.pl.

Most Ukrainians Plan to Remain in Poland

According to the latest survey results, nearly 75% of Ukrainians are considering a long-term stay in Poland. Notably, the number of those planning to be in Poland for several years has increased to 44%. In 2022, only 22% of respondents indicated plans for a multi-year stay.23% of respondents are undecided about whether they plan to stay in Poland for an extended duration.80% of Ukrainians who arrived in Poland before the war express an intention to stay long-term or permanently. Among refugees, this figure stands at 64%, with only about 13% viewing Poland as a permanent residence.Read also

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Almost none of the respondents are contemplating a short-term stay in Poland.Short-term stays in Poland were most frequently mentioned by the youngest and oldest respondents (under 25 and over 65 years old, respectively).Men are more likely than women to state their intention to remain in Poland permanently.As noted by the report’s authors, in addition to obvious factors related to military service, this may be linked to individuals who have established families in Poland or brought their families there, consequently seeing their future more frequently in the host country.Place for your ad

Employment Levels

The study indicates a rise in the employment rate among Ukrainians. Over the past four years, the number of employed Ukrainians has climbed from 69% to nearly 83%. The largest segment comprises those in stable, full-time employment (57%), most often under an employment contract.Concurrently, there has been an increase in individuals establishing their own businesses.The report’s authors highlighted that despite overall success in integrating into the Polish labor market, Ukrainians still often work in roles below their qualification level. This situation has not improved over the years, even as more Ukrainians enhance their Polish language proficiency. This year, as many as 45% of respondents reported working below their skill level, predominantly in manufacturing and service sectors.

Ukrainian Income Levels

The research also examined the incomes of Ukrainian workers in Poland. Despite some improvements, approximately 40% of respondents still earn a monthly salary of 5000 PLN gross or less. In comparison, last year, almost 50% of respondents earned such amounts.The proportion of those earning the highest incomes—over 9500 PLN—reaches 18%.Previously, Finance.ua reported that an increasing number of Ukrainian migrants in EU countries do not plan to return home even after the war ends. While emotional ties to Ukraine remain strong, practical factors such as safety, economic prospects, quality of life, and stability are increasingly influencing their decisions.Read also

More people returned to Ukraine in four months than left — NBU

After a surge in optimism in 2025, the sentiments of Ukrainians abroad have shifted again. While 68% of respondents expressed readiness to return last year, by 2026, only 53% remained willing to do so.According to expert calculations, after the war concludes, 1.3 to 2.2 million refugees are expected to return to Ukraine:

Optimistic scenario: 2.2 million Ukrainians will return, while 2.1 million refugees will remain abroad (excluding Russia and Belarus);
Medium scenario: 1.6 million refugees will return, and 2.7 million will stay abroad;
Pessimistic scenario: Only 1.3 million Ukrainians will return, with 3.0 million remaining abroad.