Republic of Moldova — Displacement Surveys with Refugees from Ukraine and TCNs Crossing to Ukraine, Round #06 (06 October - 18 November 2022)

Since the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation on 24 February 2022, people have been fleeing from Ukraine to the neighbouring countries in high numbers. As of 17 November 2022, 695,159 refugees and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) from Ukraine were registered at border crossing points (BCPs) entering the Republic of Moldova. Simultaneously, movements of persons crossing back to Ukraine have been reported. According to national authorities, 200,400 Ukrainian nationals and TCNs who entered the Republic of Moldova from Ukraine after 24 February 2022, have since then travelled back (Source: General Inspectorate for Border Police). The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has conducted surveys with adults (18 years and above) crossing back to Ukraine, through CBS Axa Research, since April 2022. Data is collected at two main border crossing points (BCPs) with Ukraine – Palanca and Otaci. This report presents the main findings based on data collected between 6 October and 18 November 2022. Individuals crossing into Ukraine are not necessarily returnees and conclusions on definitive trends cannot be drawn. The sample is not representative of all persons crossing to Ukraine, and results should only be considered as indicative