The document is an "Asylum Support Application Form (ASF1)" used for applying for support under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. It is designed for asylum seekers, their dependants, failed asylum seekers, or inadmissible asylum seekers who are destitute or likely to become destitute within a 14-day period.
The form includes several key sections:
Destitution Message:
- defines destitution;
- outlines the importance of providing accurate, complete, and truthful information.
Reference Numbers:
- requests identification or reference numbers;
- these details are used to identify the applicant within the system.
Personal Details:
- applicant’s full name;
- gender;
- date of birth;
- nationality;
- passport or other identification details.
Support Details:
- specification of the type of support applied for (Section 95 or Section 4);
- information on the need for accommodation;
- information on the need for subsistence;
- option to indicate a need for both accommodation and financial support.
Accommodation Requirements:
- description of any specific accommodation needs of the applicant;
- needs of dependants that may affect accommodation arrangements.
Steps to Leave the UK Voluntarily:
- applicable to applicants under Section 4;
- information on actions taken to obtain documentation for voluntary return;
- confirmation of cooperation with the relevant authorities.
Additional Information:
- any other information the applicant considers relevant;
- explanations of circumstances not covered in other sections.
Documents Checklist:
- list of all documents included with the application;
- ability to verify the completeness of the submitted documentation.
Next Steps for Your Application:
- instructions for completing and reviewing the form;
- guidance on compiling the application package;
- postal address for submitting the application;
- email address for electronic submission.
The ASF1 form is the primary tool for applying for support under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. Accurate, complete, and truthful completion of all sections is essential for assessing an applicant’s level of destitution. Providing a full set of supporting documents increases the likelihood of a positive decision. Following the submission instructions helps avoid delays or refusals during the application review process by the relevant authorities.
