The Medevac Ukraine program is a coordinated international medical evacuation initiative designed to provide free specialized treatment and rehabilitation to Ukrainian citizens affected by the ongoing war.
As of July 2026, the program has successfully facilitated the evacuation and treatment of nearly 7,000 Ukrainians (6,945 recorded) in 33 countries.
How the Program Works
- Eligibility: The program serves civilians and military personnel/veterans who have sustained injuries—such as mine-blast, shrapnel, or gunshot wounds—or who have lost access to critical medical services due to the destruction of infrastructure.
- The Process:
- Initiation: The attending physician at the patient’s current medical facility initiates the application with the patient’s consent.
- Coordination: The Ministry of Health of Ukraine submits requests through a dedicated electronic system.
- Transfer: Patients are typically transported by ambulance to Lviv, then via a medical convoy to Rzeszów, Poland, before being flown to partner hospitals across Europe and beyond.
- Treatment & Funding: Treatment is provided free of charge, often supported by European countries under the “temporary protection” directive, which grants Ukrainian patients the same medical guarantees as local residents.
Key Statistics & Scope
- Top Receiving Countries: Germany (2,017), Latvia (1,004), the Netherlands (509), Norway (499), and Poland (459) have provided the most care.
- Specialization: Care includes complex surgery for war-related trauma, burn treatment, prosthetics, and long-term rehabilitation.