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What other forms of social support/welfare should I know about? (Buddy systems, etc.) Who is eligible? How does someone apply?All Belgian trains, as well as cross-border trains to or from Germany, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and France, are free of charge. The Ukrainian people need to show their DB โHelpukraineโ ticket as well as their passport or identity card. As a Ukrainian refugee with a temporary protection status and an application for an annex 15 and subsequently an A card, you can claim a living allowance if you meet all the requirements. For more information, contact the OCMW of your municipality. You can get financial support from the government. The amount of financial aid in Belgium depends on the composition of the family, the number of children and their age. The amount of payments is:
However, the total monthly payment cannot exceed โฌ1,560 per family. It is worth noting that in order to receive social assistance in Belgium, a number of conditions must be met:
Failure to comply with the conditions may result in the loss of social support, and in some cases you may be required to return previously received money. To apply, go to the nearest OCMW/CPAS Free travel On the day of arrival in Belgium, Ukrainians can use the right to travel for free on the SNCB train network. To do this, you need to present your DB "Helpukraine" ticket or your Ukrainian passport, ID card, or other identification. You will also be issued a universal Fedasil Bulk Ticket at the Registration Office, which will allow you to move to your future place of residence in Belgium for free. Free legal assistance of UA Support |
Are there any social benefits I can claim such as child support?The Flemish, Walloon and Brussels governments provide a financial allowance for each child (the so-called 'Start amount', 'Maternity fee' or 'Birth premium'). This can be requested in:
Every child who lives in Flanders and has a right of residence (which includes the temporary protection status) is entitled to a child allowance (โgroeipakketโ). To apply, register the minor with the municipality. More information |
Are there any social benefits for pregnant and nursing women?Pregnant women are entitled to maternity leave. During this period, pregnant women are entitled to an allowance from the National Employment Office (RVA). With some health insurance funds, you are entitled to a breastfeeding premium when breastfeeding. This is, for example, the case with the Liberal Mutuality (although each mutuality has specific benefits that they offer to their members. On the Dutch side:
On the French-speaking side:
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How can I meet and socialize with other Ukrainians in a similar position?You can meet and start communicating with Ukrainians in Belgium in these Facebook groups:
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Are there specific social supports available to me if I am elderly?Ukrainian elderly refugees with a protection status are entitled to social support as long as they meet all the requirements. For more information you can make an appointment with a social worker in one of offices |
Are there specific social supports available to me if I have a disability?Ukrainian refugees who have a disability with a protection status are entitled to social support as long as they meet all the requirements. For more information you can make an appointment with a social worker in one of offices |
How can I help others? What volunteering organisations could I join?If you want to help other Ukrainians, you can offer your services in these group: |
How can Ukrainians apply for a Ukrainian pension abroad?According to the Ministry of Reintegration, Ukrainians who were forced to go abroad due to the war can now send an application for the appointment or renewal of a pension by mail. An application for the appointment (renewal) of a pension can be sent to any territorial body of the Pension Fund of Ukraine, regardless of the person's place of registration. |
