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Refugee Status & Humanitarian Protection

Protection for those at risk of persecution or serious harm

If you cannot return to your country of origin because you fear persecution or serious harm, you may be able to make a claim for international protection in the UK. At Archway Migration Advisory, we provide specialist, compassionate advice to help you secure protection and begin rebuilding your life in safety.

What is a Refugee?

Under the 1951 Refugee Convention, a refugee is someone who:

Has a well-founded fear of persecution;

For reasons of:

Race
Religion
Nationality
Political opinion
Membership of a particular social group

Is unable or unwilling to seek the protection of their country of origin.

Humanitarian Protection

Even if you do not meet the Refugee Convention definition, you may still qualify for Humanitarian Protection if returning to your country would expose you to:

Serious harm due to armed conflict or indiscriminate violence; or
A real risk of torture, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.

How We Help

Our work covers the full asylum and protection process, including:

Preparing your claim and ensuring your account is clearly and consistently presented;
Gathering and presenting supporting evidence, including expert and country reports;
Preparing you for substantive asylum interviews;
Preparing appeal cases before the Immigration Tribunal if your claim is refused.

We work with sensitivity and discretion, ensuring you feel supported throughout what can be a challenging and stressful process.

Illegal Migration Act (IMA) 2023

Introduced further restrictions on protection claims, including expanded inadmissibility provisions and limits on certain categories of claims. These changes have reshaped the legal framework, making careful preparation and expert legal input more important than ever.

Legislative & Policy Changes Affecting International Protection Claims

Nationality and Borders Act (NABA) 2022

Became law on 28 April 2022, with key provisions applying to protection claims registered on or after 28 June 2022. It introduced significant changes, including:

New rules on admissibility of claims;
The creation of a two-tier asylum system for certain claimants;
Streamlined or simplified processing for some claims;
Changes to appeal rights and evidential requirements;
Provisions relating to modern slavery and British citizenship.

Applicability:

The date of application (not date of entry) determines which regime applies.
Claims made before 28 June 2022 are generally treated as legacy claims.

Some legacy claims have been included in the streamlined asylum process.

Why Choose Archway Migration Advisory?

In today’s legal climate, success in an international protection claim depends on:

Preparing your case to the highest standard from the outset;
Identifying and addressing any potential credibility issues early;
Using independent expert evidence to strengthen your claim; and
Staying ahead of the latest legal and policy changes.

At Archway Migration Advisory, we combine these best practices with:

Expert knowledge of the current asylum system under both the NABA 2022 and IMA 2023 frameworks;
A proven track record in complex, high-stakes protection claims; and
A compassionate, client-focused approach at every stage.

If you are considering a claim for international protection, contact our experts today to discuss your circumstances and take the first step towards securing your future in the UK.

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