Community support
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The government has recently announced an extension to all Ukraine visa schemes. Three months before your visa expires you will be able to apply for an 18 month visa extension. When this scheme goes live we will offer assistance through our partner organisation, Elmbridge CAN, to go through the process.
Aside from this, there are many other support services that are available in the area:
If you are looking to move out from your sponsor's home, we can support you through our Rent Support Scheme by funding the deposit and first month’s rent of your new property.
We can also assist with furniture for your new property if it is unfurnished. If all tenants in a property are Homes for Ukraine visa holders, you will also be entitled to a 50% reduction in your Council Tax bill. Please speak to us for more details on eligibility for the scheme at homesforukraine@elmbridge.gov.uk.
If you have been asked to leave your sponsor's home or are facing homelessness, please contact us to discuss your situation and how we might be able to help, email homesforukraine@elmbridge.gov.uk.