Asylum support from the UKBA
This content applies to England only.
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) is the government body that is usually responsible for looking after people who are seeking asylum in the UK.
In this section you will find more information on who can get help from UKBA, how the UKBA should help you and what you can do if you have problems.
Entitlement to asylum support
Find out whether you can get asylum support from the UK Border Agency (UKBA).
Applying for asylum support
This page explains how to apply for asylum support, when you can do so, and what kinds of support UKBA can provide.
Asylum applications made too late
On 3 November 2005, the courts decided that you should not be refused asylum support if it would mean that you are likely to end up sleeping on the streets. Find out more here.
Conditions of asylum support
UKBA should provide accommodation of a certain standard. If the housing they provide isn't suitable, you may be able to appeal or make a formal complaint.
Problems with asylum support
What you can do if your asylum support stops, your situation changes, you are being racially harassed or can't access your support payments.
