How to claim asylum
Applying within the United Kingdom
If you wish to claim asylum and are already in the United Kingdom, you can make your application at our asylum screening unit either at Croydon (south of London) or in Liverpool.
The asylum screening unit in Croydon operates a walk-in service, whereas the asylum screening unit in Liverpool is managed by an appointment system. You should refer to the instructions outlined for the appropriate asylum screening unit.
Asylum Screening Unit (ASU) Croydon
Asylum Screening Unit (ASU) Liverpool
By making your application at one of the screening units, you will have started the asylum process.
Terms explained
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Asylum screening unit
The asylum screening unit is a centre run by the UK Border Agency where a person is registered as an asylum applicant and begins the process of applying for asylum.
Contact
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Asylum Screening Unit - Croydon
Lunar House, 40 Wellesley Road, Croydon, CR9 2BY
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Asylum Screening Unit - Liverpool
1st Floor, Reliance House, 20 Water Street, Liverpool, L2 8XU