Forced return from the EU is not a threat to everyone who loses their temporary protection status.
If Ukrainians lose temporary protection, it does not mean they will have to return home immediately. Even if this status is canceled, European legislation offers several completely legal ways to stay in the EU.
The issue of forced return or deportation can only arise when a person has completely exhausted all other legal options for further stay abroad, as stated by lawyer Serhiy Starenko in an interview with Ranok.LIVE.
As the lawyer explained, announcements about the possible winding down of the temporary protection program do not indicate that Ukrainians will be automatically deprived of the right to live and work in EU countries. Citizens who have already obtained such status have the full right to extend its validity through established procedures.
At the same time, the specialist noted that discussions about the cessation of issuing new permits are largely political statements. They do not pose a threat or cause immediate changes for those Ukrainians who are already under the protection of European states.
Loss of temporary protection does not mean automatic deportation
Serhiy Starenko assures that even if any EU country completely abandons the temporary protection program, no one will automatically deport Ukrainians. In fact, there are quite a few legal alternatives to remain in Europe. First and foremost, the standard visa-free regime applies, allowing stays in a country as a tourist for up to 90 days.
One can also move to another country, both within and outside the European Union, and obtain the necessary documents there. In addition, there is always the option to change the legal basis for stay: for example, to officially get a job, obtain a regular residence permit, or apply for political asylum if there are real proofs of personal danger.
In which cases are Ukrainians at risk of deportation
As the lawyer explained, deportation can be discussed only when a person completely ignores all legal terms of stay in the country and does not try to legally regulate their situation. Only after the permitted period expires, for example, the same 90 days of visa-free travel, and the citizen makes no steps to obtain another status, will there be an obligation to leave the country. And in case of refusal to leave the country voluntarily, forced expulsion may threaten the person.
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