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Beyond temporary protection? Scenarios for Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland

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  • Hett, Valeriia

    (SFM - Swiss Forum for Migration and Population Studies)

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Switzerland activated temporary collective protection (Status S) in March 2022 to respond to the large-scale displacement caused by the war in Ukraine. This exceptional measure, aligned with the European Union’s Temporary Protection Directive, provided immediate access to residence, employment, education and social support, while deliberately remaining temporary in nature. However, the ongoing and protracted nature of the conflict requires consideration of future steps beyond temporary protection. This article develops a conceptual two-stage model adapted to Swiss context. Phase 1 (2025-2027) focuses on facilitating gradual transitions into existing residence categories, which will strength integration and reduce the risks of institutionalised temporariness. Phase 2 (from 2027 onwards) underscores voluntary, safe and dignified return, where possible, in addition to residual protection for those who cannot be repatriated. The proposed framework aims to reconcile humanitarian obligations, integration policies and long-term sustainability.

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  • Hett, Valeriia, 2025. "Beyond temporary protection? Scenarios for Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland," SocArXiv gh6b3_v2, Center for Open Science.
    • Handle: RePEc:osf:socarx:gh6b3_v2
    DOI: 10.31219/osf.io/gh6b3_v2
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    1. Ruedin, Didier, 2025. "Ukrainian Refugees in Switzerland: A research synthesis of what we know," EconStor Preprints 308844, ZBW - Leibniz Information Centre for Economics, revised 2025.
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