Humanitarian Protection (HP) is an alternative form of protection offered by the UK to individuals who are not granted asylum (refugee status) but who would still face a real risk of serious harm if returned to their home country. It ensures that people fleeing threats such as war, torture, or indiscriminate violence are not forced back into dangerous situations.
Humanitarian Protection in the UK
Who Can Apply for Humanitarian Protection?
You can be granted Humanitarian Protection if you cannot be recognised as a refugee but still face serious threats in your country of origin.
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Thousands of people from war-torn countries such as Syria, Afghanistan, and Sudan have been granted Humanitarian Protection in the UK when asylum claims did not succeed but the risks in their countries made return impossible.
What Is “Serious Harm”?
The Home Office defines serious harm as threats that endanger life, freedom, or human dignity.
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Rights of Humanitarian Protection Holders
If granted HP, you will have many of the same rights as refugees in the UK.
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Application Process
Most people are considered for Humanitarian Protection automatically when they apply for asylum.
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After 5 Years on Humanitarian Protection
Once you have lived in the UK for 5 years under HP, you may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
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