Ukrainians may be allowed stay in Ireland once directive expires

The Irish tricolour and the flag of Ukraine fly over Cork City Hall. Last month, EU countries confirmed the extension of the temporary protection directive to March 2027, with Ireland supporting the proposal. Picture: Larry Cummins

The Government may consider a new bespoke permission system to allow Ukrainian refugees remain in Ireland once the EU’s temporary protection directive expires in 2027.

Discussions on the future of how the State deals with Ukrainian refugees are under way within Government, with a raft of options being considered, including the international protection system.