Introduction. The 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine forced millions of Ukrainians to migrate abroad, including to Europe. By the end of 2024, 56,314 Ukrainian citizens had been granted temporary protection permits in France. For these individuals, adaptation was accompanied by economic issues, cultural challenges, and psychological stress (Figueiredo & Dimitri, 2025). Subjective well-being (SWB) is known as a key indicator of successful integration and resilience among forced migrants (Kienzler et al., 2024; Peiris, 2024), although empirical evidence regarding Ukrainian refugees remains limited.
Purpose. This study aimed to examine socio-economic conditions, social integration, and broader societal predictors of the subjective well-being of forced Ukrainian migrants residing in France.
Method. An online survey was conducted among Ukrainian migrants in France (n = 302). A sample of participants who arrived after February 24, 2022 (n = 230) was classified as forced migrants and included in the analysis.
SWB was measured using the Modified BBC Subjective Well-Being Scale (BBC-SWB), while other measures used 7-point Likert scales.
Multiple linear regression analyses were performed via Jamovi software (version 2.6.45.0). Independent variables included a range of socio-economic, social, societal, and psychological factors.
Results. The prediction model explained 26.4% of the variance in subjective well-being (R² = .264, p < .001) with four predictors as follows: income level (β = 1.94, p = .016), language proficiency (β = 1.78, p = .023), positive attitudes perceived from the host society (β = 1.65, p = .002), and current life satisfaction (β = 4.75, p < .001).
Conclusions. Together, these results underscore the interdependent nature of economic security and social integration reflected in the subjective well-being of forced Ukrainian migrants in France. This knowledge can support further development of targeted interventions and support programs aimed at fostering resilience, integration, and long-term well-being.