How to Appeal a Refused Asylum Claim?

If your asylum claim has been refused, it’s normal to feel scared and confused. But this isn’t the end. You may still have the right to appeal to challenge the decision at the First-tier Tribunal. Many people win their appeals and get protection in the UK. This guide will show you, step by step, how to appeal an asylum refusal in simple, clear language.

What Happens After Your Asylum Is Refused?

You will get a refusal letter from the Home Office. This letter explains why they didn’t believe your case. It may be because they think your asylum basis isn’t true, or they believe your country is safe for you to return.

This letter is very important. It also tells you if you have the right to appeal.

Can You Appeal the Asylum Refusal?

Most people can appeal a refused asylum claim if they applied in the UK. But in some cases, the Home Office will say your case is “clearly unfounded” and won’t allow you to appeal while still in the UK. This is called a certified claim.

If your case is certified, you may need to take a different legal action called a Judicial Review. Our immigration lawyers can explain which option is best.

Step 1: Read the Refusal Letter

Take your time to read the letter carefully. It will show:

  • Why the Home Office did not believe your story
  • What evidence they ignored
  • What they expect you to prove

Look for mistakes. Sometimes, the Home Office gets things wrong or doesn’t understand your situation fully.

It’s very hard to appeal without help. You should contact immigration solicitors who deal with immigration.

Good reasons to get legal help:

  • They know how to build strong cases
  • They understand what the judge wants to see
  • They’ll help you fill out forms and meet deadlines

Step 3: Send Your Appeal

You must act quickly.

  • If you’re in the UK, you have 14 calendar days to send your appeal.
  • Submit your immigration appeal online.
  • You’ll send this to the First-tier Tribunal.

Our immigration solicitors can prepare your appeal case and submit it to the First-tier tribunal on your behalf.

Step 4: Prepare the Appeal Bundle

The appeal bundle is your full case file. It includes:

  • Your statement
  • All your evidence
  • A legal summary (skeleton argument)

Step 5: Prepare the Appeal Bundle

At this stage, the tribunal will ask the UKVI to review your bundle and provide a response. After the review of your skeleton argument, the UKVI may withdraw the decision or may proceed with the hearing.

Step 6: Get Ready for the Hearing

Now it’s time to prepare for your day in court.

You and your lawyer will gather:

  • Your witness statement – this is your personal story, in your own words
  • Evidence – medical reports, letters from community groups, expert reports, etc.
  • Country reports – to show what is happening in your home country

The more proof you have, the stronger your case will be.

Step 6: Go to the Hearing

The hearing usually takes place in front of a judge at the First-tier Tribunal.

  • Your barrister will speak for you
  • The Home Office may send a representative (a Presenting Officer)
  • You may be asked to speak about your case

Tips:

  • Be honest and stay calm
  • Speak clearly
  • If you don’t understand something, ask for it to be explained

Step 7: Waiting for the Result

After the hearing, you will get a letter with the judge’s decision.

  • If the appeal is allowed, you may be granted asylum or other protection.
  • If it’s dismissed, the judge agreed with the Home Office.

You’ll normally get the decision within a few weeks.

If You Lose the Appeal

If your appeal is dismissed, you can:

  • Ask the Upper Tribunal to look at your case, but only if there was a legal error
  • Try a Judicial Review, if you’re told you can’t appeal
  • Send in a fresh claim, if you have new evidence

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