IAFT-1 — Notice of Appeal to the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) — In-Country
Used by individuals in the UK to appeal a Home Office immigration or asylum decision to the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber).
Who uses this form
Persons in the UK who have received a refusal of a visa, leave to remain, protection claim, or deportation decision and who have an in-country right of appeal.
When to use it
File within 14 days of receiving the Home Office decision (or 5 days if detained). Check the decision letter carefully — it will state the appeal deadline and whether an in-country right of appeal exists.
Where to file
First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) — online via MyHMCTS or by post/email to the relevant regional tribunal centre.
Time limit / deadline
14 days from receiving the Home Office decision (5 days if detained).
Court fee
£80 (paper determination, no oral hearing); £140 (oral hearing).
Fee remission
Help with Fees (EX160) is not available for immigration tribunal fees. Legal aid is available for asylum and some human rights cases — contact an immigration legal aid solicitor.
Common mistakes to avoid
Missing the strict appeal deadline — the tribunal has very limited power to extend time
Not identifying all the grounds of appeal clearly — human rights, asylum, and immigration grounds are distinct
Appealing a decision for which there is no statutory right of appeal
Not including the Home Office reference number and decision letter
Not checking whether Legal Aid is available before paying the fee privately
Related Guides
Official source
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