Appeals & Reviews

Refused Appeal — fast audit, clear next steps, on-time filings

If you’ve been refused, you still may have options. We audit the decision, identify legal/procedural errors, and act within strict deadlines. Sub-pages: First-tier Tribunal Appeal · Upper Tribunal Appeals · Administrative Review.

Your options after a refusal

We’ll confirm the strongest route for your facts and move quickly within the applicable time limits.

Appeal route

First-tier Tribunal Appeal

We prepare your appeal bundle, witness evidence, country material and submissions, and represent you at hearing.

  • Grounds, skeleton argument & paginated bundle
  • Witness statements & evidence schedule
  • Hearing preparation & advocacy
PTA / UT

Upper Tribunal Appeals

Error-of-law focus. We draft Permission to Appeal grounds, renew if refused, and run UT case management/hearings.

  • Error-of-law audit & targeted grounds
  • Renewed PTA & skeleton argument
  • Remittal vs re-make strategy
No appeal?

Administrative Review

Where there’s no right of appeal (certain routes), we challenge case-working errors via AR within tight time limits.

  • Decision error matrix & evidence cites
  • Structured AR representations
  • Follow-on strategy if AR fails

What we look for in a refused appeal

We isolate arguable errors of law and material impact — and confirm when another route (e.g., Administrative Review or Fresh Claim) is stronger.

Error of law

Wrong test / misdirection

Tribunal applied the wrong legal test or failed to apply the right one to your facts.

  • Misdirection or misunderstanding of the rules
  • Failure to consider relevant guidance
Procedural fairness

Unfairness / reasons

You weren’t able to properly present your case, or the decision lacks adequate reasons.

  • Surprise points / inadequate notice
  • Failure to engage with key evidence
Findings

Irrationality / perverse findings

Findings that cannot be supported by the evidence or are internally inconsistent.

  • Findings without evidential basis
  • Contradictions within the decision
Other routes

Administrative Review & more

Where appeal isn’t available/viable, we pivot to AR, JR or a Fresh Claim where appropriate.

  • Case-working errors (AR eligibility)
  • Urgent stays/injunctions (where appropriate)

How we run your case

Fast, focused action within strict time limits — from audit to filing and advocacy.

  1. 1

    Decision audit

    We review the determination, reasons, evidence and hearing record to spot arguable errors or public law flaws.

  2. 2

    Strategy & deadlines

    We set a route plan (FTT appeal, UT, AR, JR or Fresh Claim) and lock key dates so nothing is missed.

  3. 3

    Grounds & evidence

    We draft precise grounds, prepare a skeleton argument, and compile targeted evidence or authorities.

  4. 4

    Filing & urgent relief

    We file on time and, where needed, seek stays/injunctions to protect your position.

  5. 5

    Hearing & outcome

    We advocate at hearings and map next steps post-decision (remittal, re-make, JR or Fresh Claim).

Documents we’ll request

We use your existing record and fill gaps with focused evidence that supports your chosen route.

Core case file

  • Decision & reasons / determination
  • FTT/UT bundle & exhibits
  • Hearing notes / recording (if available)
  • Previous applications & correspondence

Personal evidence

  • Updated statements / clarifications
  • Identity & status documents
  • Medical or vulnerability evidence (if relevant)
  • Third-party letters (employer, school, community)

Authorities & COI

  • Relevant case law & guidance
  • Country reports / expert opinions
  • Policy & procedural references
  • Translations / certified copies (if needed)

Deadlines & filing

  • Applicable time limits (we’ll confirm)
  • Permission/appeal forms & grounds
  • Skeleton argument & paginated bundle
  • Urgent applications (stay/injunction) if required

Note: If standard items are unavailable (e.g., missing transcripts), we’ll explain why and use acceptable alternatives so your case remains decision-ready.

Fees & timelines

We confirm exact costs and realistic timescales for your route. Where available, we’ll advise on funding options.

Government & funding

What to expect

  • First-tier / Upper Tribunal stepsWe’ll confirm fees
  • Administrative Review stagesWe’ll confirm fees
  • Legal Aid (if applicable)Means & merits tested

Deadlines are strict. We’ll prioritise filing dates and discuss any urgency (e.g., removal directions).

Professional

Our fixed fees

  • First-tier appeal (grounds → hearing)Fixed fee quote
  • Upper Tribunal (PTA / renewed / hearing)Quoted after review
  • Administrative ReviewQuoted per scope

Clear scope and deliverables (grounds, skeleton, evidence schedule, advocacy). No hidden extras.

Common issues we solve

We identify risks early and structure arguments that match the correct route and remedy.

Inadequate reasons

Decision doesn’t explain findings or ignores key evidence.

Wrong legal test

Misdirection, wrong standard, or failure to apply guidance.

Procedural unfairness

Surprise points, disclosure issues, or inability to present your case.

Late / out-of-time

Explaining delay and seeking extensions where rules allow.

No right of appeal

Administrative Review, JR or Fresh Claim assessment.

Removal directions

Urgent stays/injunctions and liaison with the court/HO.

Refused Appeal — FAQs

Quick answers on options, evidence and timings.

Refused? Get a fast, honest case review

We’ll audit your decision, confirm the strongest route (FTT, UT, AR, JR or Fresh Claim), lock deadlines, and file a concise, decision-ready submission.