Fresh Claim for Asylum

Only after your first asylum claim has been refused and appeal rights are exhausted.

Must provide new evidence not previously available.

Evidence must be significant and credible enough to affect the outcome.

Submissions are made to the Home Office in writing, usually in person at Liverpool Further Submissions Unit (FSU).

Country condition reports showing increased danger (e.g., conflict, persecution).

Medical or psychological reports supporting claims of torture or trauma.

Evidence of political or religious activities in the UK that put you at risk if returned.

Changes in personal circumstances (e.g., sexual orientation disclosure).

Must book an appointment at the FSU (some exceptions for detained applicants).

Submit a written statement plus supporting documents.

Include translations for any non-English documents (certified).

Your legal representative can prepare legal representations highlighting why it is a “fresh claim.”

They assess if evidence is significantly different from what was already considered.

Test: whether the new material creates a realistic prospect of success before a judge.

If accepted as a fresh claim, your case proceeds as if it were a new asylum application.

If rejected, you may be removed from the UK unless other legal remedies apply.

If accepted as a fresh claim but refused again, you will usually have a right of appeal.

Appeals must be lodged within 14 days (inside UK).

Weak evidence may lead to outright refusal and faster removal.

Legal aid may be available, but access is limited.

Professional legal advice is strongly recommended before submitting.