In Estonia, specifically in Tallinn, a shift in the support framework for Ukrainian refugees will take place starting in May. The program that provided compensation for housing and translation services will be concluded.

This was reported by the Estonian broadcaster ERR.

Previously, Ukrainian refugees were eligible for a one-time compensation to help cover rent costs, enabling them to seek permanent housing.

"Support is evolving to become more targeted and stable," stated Liis Paloots, head of the migration department at the Social Insurance Agency.

She emphasized that Estonia is gradually returning to a conventional approach where assistance is primarily provided to those applying for international or temporary protection, who lack support in the country and reside in state accommodation centers during their application process.

Following the conclusion of the program in Tallinn, the Department of Social Insurance is considering ending similar agreements with other local communities to ensure a uniform approach to aid across the nation.

This will also ensure that the support provided to Ukrainian refugees is not dependent on their location, but solely on their need for assistance when relocating from accommodation centers.

Since the launch of this program in June 2022 and until April 2025, nearly 11,000 families of Ukrainian refugees have received this compensation, including 1,710 households in 2024, with 62% of them benefiting from support in Tallinn.

The maximum compensation amount reached up to 1,200 euros per household.