Support for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers
We have a long history of welcoming people to the borough. See what support we offer to help migrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
-
Islington Welcomes
Our Islington Welcomes strategy sets out how we will become a more welcoming Islington in which all residents thrive
-
No recourse to public funds (NRPF)
If you have money or housing problems because you have no access to public funds, like welfare benefits, we may be able to help.
-
Refugee resettlement
Information on refugee resettlement pathways, including council-led programmes and community-led sponsorship
-
Information for Ukrainian refugees
Help and support for anyone arriving or living in Islington from Ukraine
-
Asylum
Information on our work in Home Office contingency hotels for asylum seekers and what to do if you are seeking asylum
-
EU citizens
Find out more about the EU Settlement Scheme and what support is available to help you continue to live and work here.
-
Advice on immigration status
Find out the steps you can take if you are worried about your immigration status
-
How you can help refugees and migrants
Find out how you can help refugees and migrants and asylum seekers in Islington, around the UK and internationally
-
Local refugee and migrant services
Information on refugee and migrant services in Islington and accessing immigration advice
-
Borough of Sanctuary
Islington is a place that welcomes everyone and we recognise and value the contribution of refugees, migrants and those seeking sanctuary to the Borough of Islington.