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Settling into a new country can feel overwhelming, but the right information makes a huge difference. Our guides for Poland, Spain, France, Denmark and Ireland bring together the practical support that refugees most often need when starting a new life — from finding community groups and courses to understanding local systems, housing, wellbeing services and everyday essentials. Each guide shows where to find trustworthy help, how to navigate key services and the types of organisations that offer real, hands-on support.
Although each country is different, the guides follow a clear and simple structure so you can quickly find what matters most to you. Whether you are looking for language classes, mental health support, vocational training, local integration centres or practical advice on day-to-day living, these resources give you an accessible starting point. They are designed to help you feel more confident, more connected and better prepared to build stability in your new home.
Click the flag of the country you are living in or moving to, to open the full guide in English.
Each country guide has also been translated into Polish, Spanish, Danish, French, and Ukrainian, so you can read about your host country in the language you are most comfortable with. Whichever country you are in, and whichever of these languages you speak, you should be able to find a version that works for you.
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