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A Guide to Immigration and Asylum Appeals
On 15 February 2010, Immigration and Asylum Chambers were established in both tiers of the Unified Tribunals framework created by the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007. The new chambers replace the former Asylum and Immigration Tribunal.
This is a brief guide to the immigration appeals processes of the First Tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) for appellants. It is not a guide to the law. The First Tier Tribunal is an independent appeal tribunal that hears appeals against decisions on immigration, nationality and asylum matters made by the Home Secretary and his officials.
The main types of appeals The Tribunal receives are made against decisions to:
- Refuse a person asylum in the UK.
- Refuse a person entry to, or leave to remain in, the UK.
- Deport someone already in the UK.
Legal Representation
It is good advice to seek legal representation for your appeal as early as possible. Make sure that the person you choose has training and experience in immigration matters. You may also represent yourself or ask someone else to represent you. The Legal Services Commission, the Law Society and the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner may all help you to find a suitable advisor.
Appeal types
Lodging an appeal
Hearings
Types of hearing
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