Ukraine Refugee & Displacement Statistics
Statistics on Ukrainian refugees who have fled the country and internally displaced persons (IDPs) within Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022.
Total Refugees
6.5M
Internally Displaced
3.8M
Total Displaced
10.3M
Host Countries
40+
Refugees by Host Country
Refugee Timeline
Note: Numbers show cumulative refugees, not accounting for returns
Internal Displacement (IDP) Trend
Monthly IDP estimates within Ukraine — source: IOM / UNHCR
Scale of Displacement
The displacement caused by the war in Ukraine represents one of the largest and fastest forced population movements in modern European history. At its peak in early 2022, over 100,000 people were crossing borders daily.
- • ~15% of Ukraine's pre-war population has fled abroad
- • ~25% of the population has been displaced (internal + external)
- • Women and children make up the majority of refugees
- • Many refugees have returned temporarily or permanently
Returns and Movement
Border crossings show significant pendular movement, with many Ukrainians returning temporarily to check on property, visit family, or help with reconstruction.
- • Some refugees have returned to relatively safe areas
- • Seasonal returns increase during summer months
- • Many maintain residences in both countries
- • Security situation affects return decisions
Demographic Breakdown
Gender & Age Distribution
Adults who fled with children or joined relatives
Girls and boys under 18
Men over 60 or with exemptions
Ukraine's mobilization law restricts most men 18–60 from leaving the country, resulting in the heavily female-skewed refugee population.
Age Group Distribution
Children under 18 account for ~30% of all registered refugees.
Vulnerable Groups
Percentages of total refugee population with specific vulnerability factors. Source: UNHCR Protection Monitoring.
Refugee Flow — Neighboring Countries
Most refugees initially crossed into bordering countries before onward movement to western Europe.
Most then moved onward to western Europe. Top secondary destinations:
Data Sources
Refugee statistics are compiled from UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) and individual country reporting. Numbers represent registered refugees and may not include all displaced persons. Data updated: March 1, 2026
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