Germany reported how many Ukrainians arrive in the country every month

Every month, around 800 Ukrainian citizens seek protection in Germany. Many of them move to the west from Poland. This was reported by FRG ambassador to Ukraine Martin Jaeger in an interview with Ukrinform.

He noted that at present there are about 1 million Ukrainians in Germany and they have almost the same rights and access to social benefits as Germans.

They are welcome in Germany and support them as much as possible," the diplomat said.

Jaeger stressed that the reception of Ukrainian citizens on its territory is beneficial for Germany, and Ukrainians currently living in Germany will become a "bridge" between the countries in the future.

About 200 thousand Ukrainian children go to school in Germany, study German there and get to know the country very well. This will inspire future co-operation not only in economy, but also in culture and other spheres," Jaeger said.

The ambassador added that about 20 per cent of able-bodied Ukrainian refugees are currently working. At the same time, about 60 per cent of Ukrainian refugees participate in language and integration courses.

Speaking about social assistance for the citizens of our country, Jaeger said that it will be preserved, although it is possible that some payments will be reconsidered. He also noted that last year the FRG government spent 2 billion euros on payments for Ukrainians in Germany, this year this figure may reach 2.75 billion euros.

Earlier, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that from 2024 social payments for all refugees will be reduced. According to him, after 36 months in refugee status, Ukrainians, if living in hostels, will receive only "the payments they really need".