Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit (GMIAU) - Asylum and immigration legal services

Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit is a voluntary organisation supporting people subject to immigration control for over 25 years. The team specialises in providing expert legal advice and representation on all issues of immigration, nationality, asylum and human rights.

They provide outreach services to people in detention who are facing deportation, and dedicated services for people who are particularly vulnerable (victims of torture, trafficking, rape and domestic violence, and children). They also provide additional support to people at risk of homelessness and destitution.

How to access:

1) Referral Form

Referrals can be made by a third party or by the individual themselves using the referral form on our website: https://gmiau.org/help-and-advice/services/#referrals

Please include as much detail as possible. Referrals are open Monday to Thursday. If eligible for legal aid, the person may be assigned a caseworker to support them with their immigration issue. If we can't take on the case, they'll receive an email with advice from a legal advisor to help them move forward independently.

2) Call Advice-line

Advice is given over the phone and not in writing. If a referral is needed, they may be asked to submit one or we may do it on their behalf, depending on their situation.



Asylum Applications, Domestic Abuse Applications, Family Reunion, Fresh Claims, Settlement Applications