Immigration and Asylum
We are dedicated to supporting people who have left their home in search of a better, safer life. Our team of experts provide advice and assistance to help navigate the complex world of asylum and immigration issues.
Most of our work is free of charge, funded by legal aid, and provided through referrals from partner agencies.
Please note: Our Immigration Team is currently at full capacity and unable to take on new enquiries at this time.
The team is focusing on several specialist projects through which they receive the majority of their referrals. We understand this may be disappointing, but there are other organisations that may be able to assist you.
If you are seeking help with an immigration or asylum matter, please consider contacting one of the organisations listed to see if they are able to help Whilst every attempt is made to keep this info as up to date as possible, some of these organisations may make change their services.
The Law Society – Find a Solicitor – Searchable directory of qualified solicitors in England and Wales, including specialists in immigration and asylum law.
GOV.UK – Find a Legal Aid Adviser – Official government service to locate legal aid solicitors and check eligibility for funded legal advice.
Migrant Help – Offers free, confidential support and advice to asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking.
Refugee Action – Supports refugees and asylum seekers with navigating the asylum system, destitution support, and resettlement.
Praxis – Offers immigration advice, housing support, and advocacy for migrants and refugees facing destitution or exploitation.
Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JCWI) – Provides free legal advice clinics, campaigns for fair immigration policies, and supports individuals with immigrationproblems.
Rainbow Migration – Offers confidential legal advice and emotional support to LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum or dealing with immigrationissues.
Refugee and Migrant Forum of Essex and London (RAMFEL) – Provides free legal advice, representation, and welfare support for migrants and refugees, primarily in London and Essex.
British Red Cross – Refugee Support – Offers emergency help, family reunion assistance, and practical support for refugees and asylum seekers.
Cotton Tree Trust – A charity organisation providing free legal aid advice for immigration, refugee and asylum matters.
What we help with (through our referral partners)
- EU settled status applications for complex issues or vulnerable people
- Asylum applications and appeals (including for people in prison)
- Human rights applications on private and family grounds
- Unaccompanied children
- Victims of trafficking
- Victims of domestic violence
- Deportation proceedings
- Appeals to Immigration Tribunal and higher courts
- Some judicial reviews
- Visa for spouse, fiancée or partner
- Settlement Applications on basis of long residency
- Indefinite Leave to Remain applications
What we can’t help with
- Asylum applications and appeals for people in Detention Centres
I don’t know what I’d have done without the Law Centre. Thanks to them, I’ve got my certificate and British citizenship ceremony. I’ve got proper ID to go for a job.
Learn more about our services
Our project offers a range of services to ensure accessibility for all community members.