Asylum & Refugee Protection
Compassionate and expert legal support for asylum seekers and refugees navigating the UK asylum system.
Seeking asylum is one of the most challenging and emotionally demanding processes in immigration law. At Kings Court Law, we provide compassionate, expert legal support to individuals who have fled persecution, conflict, or serious harm and are seeking protection in the UK. Our solicitors have extensive experience with all aspects of the asylum process, from initial claims through to appeals and judicial review.
Who Can Claim Asylum?
Under the 1951 Refugee Convention, a person can claim asylum in the UK if they have a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country based on one of five protected grounds:
- Race: Persecution based on your racial or ethnic background
- Religion: Persecution based on your religious beliefs or practices
- Nationality: Persecution based on your national origin
- Political opinion: Persecution based on your political views or activities
- Membership of a particular social group: Including LGBTQ+ individuals, women facing gender-based violence, and others
Humanitarian Protection
Even if you do not meet the strict definition of a refugee, you may be entitled to Humanitarian Protection if you face a real risk of serious harm in your home country, including the death penalty, unlawful killing, torture, or inhuman or degrading treatment.
The Asylum Process
Claiming Asylum
You must claim asylum as soon as possible after arriving in the UK. Claims are made at a port of entry or at a Home Office screening unit.
Screening Interview
A short interview to establish your identity, nationality, and the basis of your claim. You will be given an Application Registration Card (ARC).
Substantive Interview
A detailed interview about your experiences and reasons for claiming asylum. This is the most important stage — thorough preparation is essential.
Decision
The Home Office will decide whether to grant refugee status, humanitarian protection, or refuse your claim. Decisions can take many months.
Appeal (if refused)
If your claim is refused, you have the right to appeal to the First-tier Tribunal. We represent clients at all stages of the appeals process.
How We Can Help
- Advising on your eligibility to claim asylum and the strength of your claim
- Preparing you thoroughly for your substantive asylum interview
- Gathering and presenting country of origin information and expert evidence
- Representing you at First-tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal appeals
- Advising on fresh claims following previous refusals
- Challenging unlawful detention through bail applications and judicial review
- Advising on family reunion for recognised refugees
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