Publication date: 27.01.2026
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I am Sergey Maiko, your personal lawyer.
My main goal is to help clients find optimal and lawful solutions in complex immigration matters, ensuring reliable protection of their rights and interests. I specialise in immigration, family, and civil law in the United Kingdom, which allows me to effectively handle exceptional and non-standard cases.
I understand that immigration issues are often accompanied by high levels of stress, uncertainty, and the risk of refusal. That is why my work focuses on helping clients properly assess their situation, prepare a strong evidential basis, and use all legal opportunities to remain in the UK lawfully.
Leave Outside the Immigration Rules (LOTR) is a special mechanism applied in cases where standard UK immigration rules do not account for an individual’s circumstances. LOTR on humanitarian grounds is granted to individuals who have unique, compelling, or humanitarian reasons for residing in the United Kingdom.
Question
When is LOTR applied?
Answer
Applications for LOTR are submitted in situations where no standard immigration category allows the applicant to obtain leave to remain. This may be related to:
- complex family or personal circumstances;
- humanitarian reasons;
- medical grounds;
- risk of serious consequences in case of refusal.
The LOTR mechanism provides flexibility within the UK immigration system and allows fair decisions to be made in exceptional cases.
Question
What grounds can justify LOTR or leave outside the Immigration Rules, LOTR ?
Answer
Family and personal circumstances:
- having close relatives in the UK (spouse, children, parents);
- the need for continuous education at a UK educational institution;
- stable life circumstances — employment, housing, social connections.
Medical and humanitarian reasons:
need for medical treatment unavailable in the country of origin;
care for seriously ill relatives or persons with disabilities;
status as a victim of human trafficking or modern slavery.
Other humanitarian reasons:
exceptional situations where refusal of LOTR could lead to serious or irreversible consequences for the applicant.
Question
What to do in case of LOTR refusal?
Answer
If a refusal is issued based on a human rights claim, the decision may be challenged through a LOTR appeal. In other cases, administrative review is not available.
In such situations, it is important to consult an immigration lawyer who can:
analyse the reasons for refusal;
assess the prospects of reapplication or a LOTR appeal;
provide full immigration support, - and help choose the correct strategy.
Recommendations for a successful LOTR application:
- carefully study the requirements and criteria;
- prepare detailed and well-documented materials;
- respond promptly to requests from immigration authorities;
- seek advice from a qualified immigration lawyer for independent legal advice.
How we can help
Lawyers at the “Consultant” marketplace provide full support in UK immigration rules, LOTR cases:
- analysis of the individual situation;
- preparation of the application and supporting evidence;
- legal justification of humanitarian grounds;
- communication with immigration authorities;
- appealing refusals where possible;
- online and offline consultations.
LOTR is a real opportunity for lawful residence in the UK under exceptional circumstances. A correct legal strategy and independent legal advice significantly increase the chances of a positive outcome. By contacting the lawyers at the “Consultant” marketplace, you receive professional support, reduce the risk of refusal, and save time and stress.
