The integration of Ukrainian refugees into the German job market has been notably inadequate, with a significant portion lacking immediate employability due to educational disparities. Despite 75% possessing vocational or higher education, the employment rate for those who arrived early in the conflict was only 51% by mid-2025. This contrasts sharply with other nations, such as the UK and the Netherlands, where employment rates exceeded 50%. The findings suggest that Germany’s reliance on social support may hinder timely labor market integration, raising concerns about the effectiveness of its current immigration policies.