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How to appeal if you are refused permission to enter the United Kingdom as a visitor

This page explains if you are able to appeal if you are refused permission to enter the United Kingdom as a visitor.

If we refuse your application, the entry clearance officer or the immigration officer will tell you and you will be given a detailed written refusal notice.

You can appeal against a decision to refuse entry clearance, but only if you are visiting a close member of your family.

There are rules to explain exactly which members of the family qualify for this right of appeal. The entry clearance officer or immigration officer will tell you if you qualify.

If you travel to the United Kingdom without entry clearance (permission to enter) and are refused permission to enter by an immigration officer at the border, we recommend that you apply for entry clearance in your country of residence before attempting to travel to the United Kingdom again.