Guidance

Asylum support under section 4(2) policy: caseworker guidance

Immigration staff guidance detailing policy and procedures to follow when supporting failed asylum seekers under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

• From: UK Visas and Immigration
• Published: 21 February 2018
• Last updated: 28 June 2022 — See all updates

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Asylum support: section 4(2) policy (accessible)

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Asylum support: section 4(2) policy

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UK Visas and Immigration guidance for staff on what to consider when applications meet eligibility criteria for support provided under section 4(2) of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

This guidance covers:

• overview of support

• eligibility test and applicant’s duties

• additional services or facilities

Published 21 February 2018
Last updated 28 June 2022 + show all updates

1. 28 June 2022

   Guidance updated with information about support for applicants declared inadmissible.

2. 9 November 2021

   Updated guidance.

3. 21 February 2018

   First published.