Claiming asylum
Biometric residence permits are being introduced for more immigration categories
From Wednesday 29 February 2012, all applicants in the UK will need to obtain a biometric residence permit if they are applying to stay here for more than 6 months. To obtain a permit, they will need to enrol their biometric information (fingerprints and facial image). Please ensure you use the new version of the application form.
This page explains who can claim asylum in the UK, the requirements you must meet, and how you should make your application.
The UK has a proud tradition of providing a place of safety for genuine refugees. However, we are determined to refuse protection to those who do not need it, and we will take steps to remove those who have no valid grounds to stay here.
Who can claim asylum?
The requirements that you must meet if you want to be recognised as a refugee.
How to claim asylum
Information explaining how and where you should claim asylum.
Human rights applications
If you do not qualify for refugee status, we may give you temporary permission to stay for humanitarian or other reasons.
MORE NEWS AND UPDATES
- Support for victims of domestic violence extended
- Support for asylum applicants: formal award of contracts for accommodation and transport
- Immigration Advisory Service - May 2012 deadline for clients to claim their files
- More immigration and settlement routes require biometric residence permit