What Nawrocki’s veto on aid for Ukrainians means: Embassy explanation
Photo: President of Poland Karol Nawrocki (Getty Images)
The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland has published a clarification regarding the veto by the country's president, Karol Nawrocki, on amendments to the special law on assistance to Ukrainian refugees.
The embassy noted that the current special law is in effect until September 30, 2025. At the same time, the temporary protection regime for Ukrainians has been extended by the decision of the Council of the European Union until March 4, 2027, and it also applies to the territory of Poland.
The diplomatic service emphasized that the EU Council’s decisions are binding for all member states, and their implementation is ensured through national legislation.
The embassy promised to closely monitor the situation and provide timely information to fellow citizens about all official decisions.
"We recommend that Ukrainian citizens refrain from making hasty decisions, particularly regarding changes to their legal status in the Republic of Poland. Each individual situation requires a separate consultation with a lawyer for a comprehensive analysis of possible legal options," the embassy stressed.
Polish president vetoes social aid for Ukrainians
On August 25, the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, vetoed a bill passed by the Sejm that provided social support for Ukrainian citizens.
According to him, the 800 Plus program and free medical services should be granted only to Ukrainians who are officially employed in Poland.
The next day, a new bill proposed by President Nawrocki was submitted to the Polish parliament.
In addition, from June 1, 2025, new rules for the 800 Plus program for Ukrainians came into effect in Poland. From now on, to receive assistance, a child must attend a Polish school or kindergarten. Exceptions are made only for those who are homeschooled.
Minister of Digitalization Krzysztof Gawkowski criticized the president’s decision, stating that it could lead to the shutdown of Starlink services and cloud data storage provided by Poland to Ukraine.
At the same time, the head of the Chancellery of the President of Poland, Zbigniew Bogucki, does not foresee a shutdown of Starlink internet in Ukraine, which is financed by the Polish side.
Meanwhile, the Polish government is preparing an alternative bill to limit aid for Ukrainians.
