Immigration law
Immigration Bail
Every day in detention counts. We move to get you, or your family member, out.
Is this you?
Who this is for
- You, or someone you love, is held in immigration detention
- A previous bail application was refused
- You are on bail and need conditions changed, such as your address
What the rules require
- Who can apply
- People detained under immigration powers for more than 8 days can apply to the First-tier Tribunal.
- Repeat applications
- Within 28 days of a refusal, you must show a material change in circumstances.
- Removal date
- If removal is set within 21 days, the tribunal can usually only grant bail with Home Office consent.
- Conditions
- Typically reporting, a residence address, and sometimes electronic monitoring or a financial condition.
A summary, not legal advice. The Immigration Rules change often; we confirm what applies on your application date.
Free first step
10 minutes with a solicitor about your immigration bail matter.
Prepare
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The process
How it works
- 1Same dayWe take instructions, often by phone from the centre.
- 2Release planAddress, supporters and conditions agreed.
- 3Form B1Bail application lodged with the First-tier Tribunal.
- 4HearingUsually listed within days, often by video.
- 5ReleaseOn conditions. We help you keep to them.
Fixed.
How our fees work
After your free consultation we quote a fixed fee in writing, covering exactly what we will do. Home Office fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge are paid separately to the government, and we tell you the current amounts before you commit.
Free
Your first 10 minutes with a solicitor.
In writing
A fixed fee for the agreed work, before anything starts.
No surprises
Government fees quoted up front and paid to the Home Office.
FAQs
Immigration Bail: your questions
Still unsure? A ten-minute call usually settles it.
How quickly can a bail hearing happen?
Hearings are usually listed within a few working days of the application.
Do we need someone to pay money?
Not always. A financial condition is only imposed where it helps ensure the person keeps to their bail conditions.
Can we ask the Home Office instead?
Yes. You can ask the Home Office for bail as well as, or before, applying to the tribunal.
Is there automatic review of detention?
In many cases the Home Office must refer a person to the tribunal for a bail hearing once they have been detained for 4 months. Exceptions apply, including deportation cases.