Not all Ukrainians who went abroad in search of salvation from the war were able to adapt to new conditions and see themselves in the living space of another country. According to the smartphone platform Gradus Research, 64% of Ukrainian migrants plan to return to their homeland. 55% of respondents pointed to the factor of insufficient adaptation as the basis for the decision to return. The intentions of Ukrainian refugees were influenced by the negative experience in the recipient country. About a quarter of the respondents (23%) noted that they encountered manifestations of aggressive behavior and disrespectful attitude at the place of stay. Ukrainians who continue to work remotely for Ukrainian employers (70%) or are temporarily unemployed (68%) are most eager to return.
At the same time, 60% of respondents feel safe abroad, and slightly more (65%) are calm about the safety of their children. It is clear that for them this becomes a significant deterrent when deciding to return. As for the specific dates of departure home, the vast majority of respondents (62%) are not ready to talk about exact dates.
It is important to note that for many Ukrainians, adaptation in new countries turned out to be more difficult than expected. Factors such as the language barrier, cultural differences and lack of support make the integration process difficult. In addition, social and economic instability in some countries also affects the desire of Ukrainians to return home.
At the same time, the Ukrainian diaspora and local communities provide significant support, helping newcomers to adapt and find work. However, not all migrants have access to such resources, which also affects their decisions to return home.
Consequently, the decision to return home remains difficult for many Ukrainians and depends on many factors, including safety, economic opportunity, and support both at home and abroad.
