Most Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced people still plan to return home.

More than 75% of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) still hope to return home. However, the UN reported that only about 15% of them plan to do so soon, the UN reported. At the same time, 18% of refugees and 6% of IDPs are undecided about returning in the future. Also, 6% of refugees and 12% of IDPs report a lack of plans and hope for returning home.

As the study emphasizes, the intentions of refugees and IDPs are highly dependent on their security situation at home and the status of their housing, as well as their current socio-economic situation. The main obstacle to returning home is constant hostilities and related security risks, which are indicated by 90% of refugees and 95% of IDPs. However, there are additional obstacles.

For 90% of refugees and 85% of IDPs, access to basic public services, livelihood and work, and housing in hometowns is also an important factor in their decision.