How Ukrainian Refugees Can Seek Shelter in the U.S.: Explained

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced a few pathways to Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion, weeks after he declared that the U.S. would welcome up to 100,000 refugees.

More than 5 million people have fled Ukraine since Russia invaded the country in late February, according to the United Nations.

How can Ukrainians come to the U.S.?

Ukrainians with U.S. connections can come to the country under humanitarian parole, a temporary immigration status that allows individuals to live and work in the U.S. for two years.

Applicants must be Ukrainian nationals who lived in Ukraine as of Feb. 11, have sponsors ...