Administrative Removal from the UK

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Understanding Deportation vs. Removal in UK Immigration

Deportation vs. Removal

In conversations about UK immigration, the terms “removal” and “deportation” are sometimes used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings. For those facing potential departure from the UK, knowing the difference is crucial. Our expert team at Cranbrook Legal is here to guide you through these distinctions.

Deportation and removal involve involuntary leaving of the UK, but they serve different purposes. Being well-informed can impact your decisions when working with immigration solicitors like us.

You’re in Luck!

Removal, or Administrative Removal, is less severe than Deportation. It involves individuals lacking proper UK stay rights due to expired visas, refusals, or violating visa conditions. These are issues that we can often rectify through an appeal or by re-applying for a particular UK visa.

When Might Removal Occur?

Administrative Removal can result from illegal entry, overstaying visas, or violating visa conditions. Family members of those removed may also face this action.

When Might Deportation Occur?

Deportation is the more serious action, involving forced departure “for the public good.” It’s triggered by criminal convictions and entails a deportation hearing after a prison sentence.

Deportation applies when deemed “conducive to the public good,” for partners or family members of deportees, or for those convicted of certain offenses.

Types of Removal Explained

Two types of Administrative Removal exist:

Inland Removal: As a result of visa breaches, individuals might be detained, considered for discretion, and then escorted to an exit port for departure.
Removal from Port: Individuals can be denied entry at a port and removed without being sent home.

Notice of Removal

Notice periods vary based on detention status, appeal cases, and charter flight removals.

Challenging Removal

Our experienced immigration lawyers can help challenge removal by ensuring proper procedures are followed and exploring legal avenues.

Challenging Deportation

Appealing deportation decisions is limited, but claiming asylum or human rights grounds can provide opportunities.

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