Protection Through the Rules: Indefinite Leave for Victims of Domestic Abuse

Introduction

This webinar offers a clear, practitioner-focused overview of the immigration protections available to victims of domestic abuse under the UK Immigration Rules. This webinar will walk you through the key issues, including the domestic violence concession, settlement applications for partners facing abuse and the specific evidential requirements.

The webinar is designed to equip advisers with the confidence to identify eligible clients, structure strong applications and navigate the sensitive intersection between safeguarding and immigration law.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Overview of the domestic abuse provisions within the UK Immigration Rules
• Eligibility criteria for victims of domestic abuse seeking settlement
• The Domestic Violence Concession
• Applications from overseas for victims of transnational marriage abandonment
• Key evidential requirements and how to build a robust application
• Practical guidance for advising vulnerable clients safely and effectively