Administrative Review

Administrative Review (AR) is the process by which certain Home Office immigration decisions can be challenged on the basis that a casework error was made. It is distinct from a full appeal before the Tribunal and is a more limited form of review.

Administrative Review is available for certain refusal decisions, including refusals of Skilled Worker, Student, and other points-based system applications made from within the UK. It can also be requested following a refusal of leave to remain in certain other circumstances.

The review is carried out by a different Home Office caseworker, who considers whether an error was made in the original decision. If a casework error is found, the decision may be withdrawn and the application reconsidered. If no error is found, the original decision is maintained.

Administrative Review must be requested within 14 days of receiving the refusal decision (or 7 days if you are in immigration detention). There is a fee, which is refunded if the review is successful.

It is important to understand that AR is not suitable in all cases. Where the decision involves a matter of fact or judgment rather than a straightforward casework error, a Tribunal appeal — if available — may be a more appropriate challenge.

Our immigration team at Terence Ray Solicitors can assess whether Administrative Review is appropriate in your circumstances and prepare detailed grounds identifying any errors made in your original decision.

Call 020 3367 1430 or email info@trsolicitors.co.uk as soon as you receive a refusal.