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For Asylum Seekers

Asylum claim process, initial decision, Tribunal appeals, judicial review, and fresh claims.

Reviewed 2026-05-22

Common Problems

Home Office refused my asylum claim

Appeal deadline (14 days in-country)

Detention pending removal

Fresh claim after appeal exhausted

Family reunion application

Key Legal Topics

Immigration & Asylum Law

Visas, asylum claims, deportation, right to remain, and the immigration tribunal system.

Legal Tools & Calculators

Immigration appeal deadline checker

14 days in-country, 28 days out-of-country, 5 working days if detained.

When to Get Legal Advice

Asylum claims have strict procedural deadlines and serious consequences. Always instruct an OISC-registered immigration adviser or a solicitor regulated by the SRA with immigration accreditation. Legal aid is available for asylum claims, fresh claims, and immigration detention.