Refusals to grant work permits and applications
under other categories, refusals of Leave to
Remain in the country by the Home Office, refusals
of Entry Clearance by a British Embassy or Consulate
do occur frequently. The appeals system enables
decisions by the Home Office, the immigration
Service and British posts abroad to be reviewed
by an independent authority. Most refusals of
Entry Clearance have an appeal facility in order
the reasons for refusal may be considered by
an independent authority.
If you or your dependants have received a refusal
and there is an opportunity to appeal, then
the form lodging the appeal must be submitted
within the strict time limit in accordance with
the legal requirements. This is usually within
28 days of the date of refusal.
If you have received a refusal in your country
of origin you should remember that lodging an
appeal is not a formality and those intending
to lodge an appeal should be aware that appeals
are progressed in the UK. It is important a
UK representative is appointed who can lodge
the appeal with the Embassy or High Commission
within the time frame and progress the case
through the immigration appeal court in the
UK. You could possibly avoid long delays by
lodging a correct appeal. Most Appeals in the
UK take on average of 10 months or more to conclude.
In order to progress an appeal it is crucial
you have professional help. It is vital and
very important that all relevant information
and correct grounds for appeal are presented.
For advice and assistance on refusals of your
applications please contact
us.
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