Human Rights Visa

At HM & Co. Solicitors, we offer expert legal guidance for those seeking to regularise their immigration status in the UK on human rights grounds. These applications are complex and often require experienced legal representation to achieve a successful outcome.

Our Human Rights Legal Services

Since 2nd October 2000, the Human Rights Act has incorporated the rights from the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law. This change allows individuals to raise human rights issues in immigration appeals—these arguments are no longer limited to asylum claims alone.

Our services cover:

  • Applications made before a visa expires, where appropriate

  • Assistance for parents of British children, who are generally entitled to remain in the UK due to the rights of the child

  • Applications made from within the UK, without the need to leave the country

We support clients with a wide range of applications based on family and private life, medical issues, or risk of harm on return to their home country.

Understanding the Human Rights Application Process

Human rights law is highly technical and requires detailed legal knowledge. When dealing with cases involving family life, we begin by gathering solid evidence to demonstrate the strength of your family ties in the UK.

Simply stating that you have family here is not sufficient. You will need to provide:

  • Written statements from family members

  • Family photographs

  • Records showing shared finances, housing or caregiving

  • Attendance of family members at appeal hearings (where applicable)

Once this evidence is collected, we present your case by demonstrating that the strength of your family or private life outweighs the Home Office’s reasons for removal. We will consider all relevant factors, such as:

  • How long you’ve lived in the UK

  • Your immigration and criminal history (if any)

  • Medical conditions and treatment requirements

  • Cultural or linguistic ties to the UK

  • Conditions in your country of origin

  • Delays or failings on the part of the Home Office

How We Work With You

Our process begins with understanding your situation:

  • A confidential consultation in person or by phone to assess your case

  • A full review of your immigration history and personal circumstances

  • Preparation of all necessary supporting evidence

  • Representation in appeals or applications submitted to the Home Office

  • Ongoing communication and strategic advice throughout your case

Why Choose HM & Co. Solicitors?

We have extensive experience in dealing with complex and high-stakes human rights cases. Our team of immigration solicitors, barristers, and legal advisors are fully trained and committed to helping clients remain in the UK legally.

We understand the pressure and uncertainty that comes with facing removal from the UK—especially when family and livelihood are at risk. That’s why we handle every case with care, precision, and sensitivity.

Contact Us Today

If you or a loved one needs to stay in the UK on human rights grounds, don’t delay. The sooner we begin preparing your case, the better your chances of success.

Call HM & Co. Solicitors today or complete our online enquiry form to arrange a confidential, no-obligation consultation.

Your Questions, Answered

FAQs

Human Rights Visa – FAQs

Can I make a human rights application while in the UK?

Yes, you can. In fact, most human rights applications are submitted from within the UK. However, the circumstances in which a successful application can be made are specific and often complex. Our experienced team at HM & Co. Solicitors can assess your case and advise whether your situation meets the required legal criteria.

Can I rely on human rights even if I don’t have a valid visa?

Yes, in some cases. The most frequently relied upon human right is the right to family life. If removing you from the UK would unjustly separate you from close family members—particularly children or a spouse—this can form the basis of a strong human rights claim.

I’ve been in the UK for a long time without a visa. Does that help?

Possibly. If you’ve lived in the UK continuously for 20 years or more, you may qualify under the long residence rule, even without lawful immigration status. If your time in the UK is less than 20 years, you may still be eligible depending on your personal circumstances, such as family ties or medical needs.

Can I rely on human rights if I’m afraid to return to my home country?

Yes. While many people in this situation apply for asylum, you may also be eligible to make a human rights claim. These types of claims often overlap, particularly when removal would expose you to inhumane or degrading treatment. Our solicitors can explain whether a standalone human rights application, an asylum claim, or a combined approach is best for your case.

Which human rights are most commonly used in immigration cases?

The most frequently used rights include:

  • Article 8 – Right to Private and Family Life: Especially relevant for applicants with British children or partners.

  • Article 3 – Protection from Inhumane Treatment: Applied where returning to your country of origin could expose you to serious harm or ill-treatment.

At HM & Co. Solicitors, we offer clear, compassionate legal guidance to those seeking to remain in the UK on human rights grounds. If you think your case may qualify, contact us for a confidential and no-obligation discussion.

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