Preparing an Appeal After a Home Office Refusal

This guide from Right to Remain (last updated January 2026) walks appellants through every stage of challenging a Home Office refusal at the First-tier Tribunal, from submitting the appeal online within the 14-day deadline to preparing an evidence bundle containing country information, expert reports, and case law. It explains fee exemptions, late appeals, directions letters, written explanations (AEC), witness statements, and how to request support such as an interpreter. Importantly, the guide is written for people without legal representation, though it notes it remains useful alongside a lawyer; it does not cover judicial review or Upper Tribunal proceedings in detail.