Bail Support for Detainees
If you or a family member is being held in an immigration detention centre or prison, urgent legal action can make the difference between release and prolonged detention. Our solicitors prepare bail applications, secure financial supporters, and challenge unlawful detention through every available route.
Call +44 2080 162 308 or contact us online for immediate help.
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If you or a family member is being held in an immigration detention centre or prison, urgent legal action can make the difference between release and prolonged detention. Our solicitors prepare bail applications, secure financial supporters, and challenge unlawful detention through every available route.
Call +44 2080 162 308 or contact us online for immediate help.
Understanding Immigration Detention
Immigration detention is an administrative measure, not a criminal penalty. You may be detained if your right to stay in the UK is uncertain or if the Home Office intends to remove you. Every detainee must receive a written notice (Form IS91R) explaining the reasons.
If this is not provided within 24 hours, detention can be procedurally unlawful and subject to challenge. Our team frequently intervenes to secure release on this basis.
Under the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025, electronic monitoring has become a standard bail condition for almost all detainees, including foreign-national offenders and those who arrived by irregular routes.
Monitoring may be by GPS ankle tag or a Non-Fitted Device (NFD) a handheld or smartwatch-style tracker that requires random fingerprint verification.
Failure to complete a biometric check on an NFD is treated as a Class A Breach, triggering an automatic referral for re-detention.
All monitoring conditions must be reviewed every 90 days to confirm they remain proportionate, following the Taskiran line of High Court authority now codified into the 2025 Act. We ensure these reviews are carried out and challenge any excessive restrictions.
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The Home Office must apply the Adults at Risk policy when detaining vulnerable individuals such as victims of torture or trafficking, or those with serious mental or physical illness.
The Tribunal requires objective medical evidence, usually a Rule 35 or medico-legal report, to support release.
We work with accredited experts to obtain compliant evidence and secure bail for vulnerable clients.
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The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 introduced a new Accelerated Appeals Framework, placing a 24-week statutory target and legal duty to determine appeals for detained or supported applicants.
If a decision is not made within this period, our lawyers can rely on the Act’s Duty to Determine clause to argue for immediate release, sometimes described as “bail by default” or bring a Habeas Corpus-style challenge for unlawful detention.
We track every client’s case against this deadline and act the moment the time limit is exceeded.
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Having a credible surety remains the strongest assurance of release. Supporters must hold funds in a UK bank account for at least 90 days, but the verification process is now more rigorous.
The Home Office carries out background checks through the Police National Computer and, under the 2025 data-sharing powers, cross-references supporter income with HMRC and credit-reference agencies.
Supporters may be asked to consent to credit checks and demonstrate that their funds come from legitimate, traceable sources. We prepare supporters for this scrutiny and ensure their evidence meets Home Office standards.
All immigration status information is now stored digitally. Physical Biometric Residence Permits have been replaced by eVisas accessible through the UKVI account.
Upon release, bail conditions and reporting requirements are updated automatically in the detainee’s account.
A digital Share Code may be required to prove status to landlords, employers, or local authorities. Our team helps clients confirm their eVisa access before leaving detention to avoid future complications.
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To help you understand how bail decisions are now handled, the diagram below summarises the key procedural standards your solicitor will manage throughout your case.
Condition Type | Legal Standard (Dec 2025) | Compliance Note |
|---|---|---|
Appeal Timeline | 24-week statutory target under the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 | Use the “Duty to Determine” clause if exceeded to seek immediate release. |
Surety Checks | HMRC and PNC cross-verification of financial supporters | Supporters must consent to financial and credit audits to confirm source of funds. |
Monitoring | 90-day proportionality review for all GPS and NFD devices | Solicitors must ensure EM reviews are carried out and conditions remain lawful. |
Evidence | Rule 35 medico-legal reports for “Adults at Risk” | Objective expert reports are essential to support bail or release applications. |
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What We Offer
Our Services
we understand that immigrating to a new country is a significant
decision that comes with its own set of challenges.
Family Visas
Partner Visas
Settlement in the UK
Settlement of EEA Nationals
British Citizenship and The Right of Abode
Challenge a Refusal
Removals/Deportations
Asylum/Human Rights
Sponsor License for a UK Business
UK Business Visas
Student Visas
Popular Work Visas
Other work visas and permits
Visas without a job offer
Work for an overseas employer
Temporary work visas
UK Visit Visas
We act fast to:
- Prepare and submit Home Office (Form 401) and Tribunal (Form B1) bail applications.
- Coordinate medical and financial evidence.
- Represent clients at bail hearings and judicial reviews.
- Challenge unlawful detention and seek compensation where appropriate.
To start your case, call +44 2080 162 308 or get in touch here. We can begin preparing your bail application the same day.
Speak to an Immigration Bail Solicitor
Our lawyers handle urgent release cases every day and are familiar with all current Home Office and Tribunal procedures. If you or a loved one is detained, contact us now for immediate advice.
Call +44 2080 162 308 or contact our team online to begin your application.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is electronic monitoring now mandatory?
Yes. It applies to most detainees, including those released after irregular entry. Conditions are reviewed every 90 days to ensure proportionality.
What happens if my appeal has not been decided within 24 weeks?
We can invoke the 2025 Act’s Duty to Determine clause and request release or bring a habeas-style challenge.
Do I need a financial supporter?
It is not a legal requirement, but having one greatly increases your chance of success. Supporters are now subject to HMRC and credit checks.
How will I prove my status after release?
Your eVisa is your only legal proof. We help you confirm access and generate Share Codes for employers or landlords.
Can detention be unlawful if I never received an IS91R notice?
Yes. Failure to issue the notice within 24 hours can make detention unlawful and entitle you to immediate release.
