State support: who and how will receive 70% of the down payment for a mortgage
14 August 2025 07:10
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a package of decisions to support the frontline regions. In particular, the government will compensate 70% of the down payment on a mortgage for IDPs and residents of the frontline areas. Also, 70% of loan payments in the first year. This was announced by Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports
“Today the government has adopted the first package of decisions to support the frontline regions on behalf of the President. We are developing a program that covers 238 communities in 10 regions – 6.6 million Ukrainians, including 3.7 million vulnerable groups,” the statement reads.
According to Svyrydenko, the program is based on five key priorities: housing, security, people, business, and health.
Under the eHouse program, the government will compensate 70% of the down payment on a mortgage for IDPs and residents of frontline areas, as well as 70% of loan payments in the first year.
Additionally, the government allocates UAH 40 thousand to pay for all fees associated with the mortgage. In the context of security, this includes the construction of shelters and protective structures in schools and kindergartens, cultural institutions and public spaces.
The government will also allocate UAH 19,400 for solid fuel to each household and compensate 100 kW of electricity per person per month.
“We are increasing the payment for public works by 33%. We are canceling administrative fees and state duties – business and property registration will be free of charge. We are providing free meals for students in frontline schools,” adds Svyrydenko.
Also, farmers will receive a subsidy of UAH 1000 per hectare in the combat zone.
“There are grants for gardens and greenhouses of up to UAH 400 thousand per hectare with up to 80% of the costs reimbursed. Critically important enterprises will be able to book up to 100% of employees liable for military service,” the Prime Minister informed.
In addition, healthcare facilities in rural and remote communities will receive a 20% surcharge for providing primary care. Payment coefficients for emergency medical care will also increase.
In parallel, the government is preparing a second package of support for the frontline regions
“It will significantly expand opportunities for living and working in frontline communities. We are planning special business regimes to cover military risks, an expanded housing reconstruction program, and priority provision of medicines and equipment to medical facilities. We are also working on raising salaries and pensions, as well as programs to support vulnerable groups of the population,” the Prime Minister added.
