We are sure you all agree  the Ukrainians are facing great difficulties and horrendous situations, and would like to be able to help them. There is a lot of uncertainty as to how this will affect private landlords and tenants who would like to become a sponsor.

We can confirm, anyone who is successful in becoming a sponsor must be able to have Ukrainian refugees stay at the property for a minimum term of six months. For this a payment will be made to the sponsor of £350. This is a tax free payment.

 A Ukrainian refugee can reside in the UK for a maximum period of three years and can either work in this time or receive universal credit.

On 25 March at 12.00 we are hosting a free webinar for all our members to hopefully be able to give further guidance for landlords on how either a landlord or tenant becoming a sponsor could affect any tenancy in place.

Whilst we are awaiting for further guidance, during our webinar we will be looking at covering the following:

  • What is the Homes for Ukraine scheme
  • Which homes are needed
  • Any legal problems for landlords
  • Will the property become an HMO (House of Multiple Occupancy) by permitting a Ukrainian refugee to stay?
  • Any insurance issues
  • Landlords’ obligations

Please register for Homes for Ukraine Scheme: Landlords Guidance on Mar 25, 2022 12:00 PM GMT at:

 https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2144841943348416526

 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.