Move On Guides for Newly Granted Refugees
If you have been granted a positive decision, or if you are currently awaiting a decision, the information below will help you prepare for the next steps and moving on from asylum support.
About the Move On Guides for Newly Granted Refugees
These Move On Guides have been developed in partnership by the North East Migration Partnership and the Regional Refugee Forum North East, whose members have translated them into different languages. The resources have been developed with Refugees and Asylum Seekers who have lived experience passing on what they would have liked to have known about the period after their positive asylum decision and prepare for the move into independent living. Information in these guides may change over time, so you should always check the most up to date information and guidance. Guides are available in video and leaflet format.
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1. About these guides
These guides are designed to help people navigating the asylum system in the UK prepare for the move into independent living. Drawing on lived experience and expert advice, they highlight the short move-on period and the steps you need to take quickly and confidently.
2. When you get a decision letter
This guide explains what happens when you receive your asylum decision and the steps you must take during the short move‑on period. It highlights the importance of acting quickly to secure housing, income, and essential documents to avoid losing support.
3. Find the right help and information
This guide explains where to find reliable help and information during the move‑on period. It highlights the importance of preparing early and connecting with trusted services so you can make informed decisions quickly.
4. Applying for state benefits
This guide explains how to apply for state benefits after receiving your decision, including the steps you need to take and where to get help. It highlights the importance of applying immediately to avoid gaps in income and ensure financial stability.
5. Finding a job
This guide outlines what to consider if you want to find work after receiving your decision, including timing, preparation, and balancing other move‑on tasks. It helps you make realistic choices and understand how to plan for both immediate income and longer‑term career goals.
6. Finding somewhere to live
This guide explains your housing options after receiving your decision and what steps to take within the short move‑on period. It helps you plan ahead, understand what is realistic, and act quickly to secure accommodation.
7. Managing your money
This guide explains how to manage your money after moving into independent living, including setting up a bank account, budgeting, and paying bills. It helps you understand your new financial responsibilities and avoid common problems such as debt.
8. If you want to travel
This guide explains how to apply for and use a travel document after receiving your decision, including important rules and timescales. It helps you plan ahead so you can travel safely and avoid delays or unexpected problems.
9. If you want to drive
This guide explains what you need to know about driving in the UK after receiving your decision, including licences, costs, and legal requirements. It helps you understand your responsibilities and stay safe and compliant on the road.
10. Access further training and study
This guide explains the training and education opportunities available after receiving your decision, from college courses to university study. It highlights how developing your skills and improving your English can help you build a stable and successful future.
