8 Claiming Asylum
1. Introduction
This leaflet explains the main things asylum seekers need to know. What happens to you will depend on your exact circumstances and which procedure the UK government uses. You should get expert advice about your case as soon as you can. See 'Further Help' for details of where to get this advice.
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5. What can I live on while I am waiting?
6. What happens while I´m waiting?
7. Where can I get help with my claim?
8. What will be the outcome of my claim?
9. What if my claim is refused?
10. What happens if my appeals fail?
This leaflet was written in association with the Immigration Law Practitioners Association and Mick Chatwin, a barrister and solicitor specialising in immigration law.
Leaflet version: February 2008
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