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Administrative Review

Challenge a UK Visa Refusal with Confidence

Mistakes Happen. Let Us Help Set It Right.

Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors

Have you received a UK visa refusal or immigration decision that you believe contains an error? An Administrative Review is your opportunity to request a reconsideration without going through a full legal appeal. At Right Law Solicitors, we specialise in identifying legal and factual mistakes in UKVI decisions and submitting persuasive Administrative Review applications with precision and urgency.

Our expert immigration solicitors, based in London, have years of experience in challenging Home Office decisions across various visa categories — including work visas, student visas, family visas, and more. With our help, many clients have successfully overturned refusals and gained the outcome they rightfully deserved.

What Is an Administrative Review?

An Administrative Review (AR) is a legal process that allows applicants to challenge certain UK visa and immigration decisions made by the Home Office. It is not an appeal, but a request for the same decision-making body to review its decision due to an error in law or fact.

Unlike judicial reviews, Administrative Reviews are faster, cost-effective, and typically paper-based — making them a crucial tool for rectifying errors without going to court.

When Can You Request an Administrative Review?

You may be eligible to request an AR if your visa or immigration application was refused under the Points-Based Immigration System (PBS) or other routes where appeal rights are limited.

Common eligible decisions include:

  • Refusals of Skilled Worker visas
  • Refusals of Student visas
  • Partner and family visa refusals in limited cases
  • Refusals of ILR under specific categories
  • Curtailments of leave
  • Refusals of extension applications

If you’ve received a decision letter that offers Administrative Review as a recourse, it’s important to act quickly — the deadline is usually 14 or 28 days, depending on whether you’re inside or outside the UK.

Grounds for Administrative Review

Administrative Review is only available when the decision contains a caseworking error. These include:

  • Failure to consider submitted evidence
  • Incorrect interpretation of facts or legal provisions
  • Misapplication of immigration rules
  • Typographical or data input errors affecting outcome
  • Wrong assessment of maintenance or financial evidence
  • Points wrongly awarded under the points-based system

At Right Law Solicitors, we will meticulously review your refusal letter, supporting documents, and submission history to construct a compelling argument that targets the specific mistake(s) made.

Thorough Case Reviews

We dissect the refusal letter and all application materials to identify precise legal or factual mistakes.

Professionally Drafted Representations

We prepare detailed submissions that directly respond to the Home Office’s reasoning and support your case with legal references and evidence.

End-to-End Legal Strategy

If AR is unsuccessful, we’ll advise you on the next best step — whether it’s a fresh application, Pre-Action Protocol, or Judicial Review.

Fast Turnaround & Strategic Advice

We understand time is critical. Our solicitors act quickly and decisively to meet AR deadlines and preserve your rights.

Our Pricing

We offer fixed-fee packages for Administrative Reviews so you can plan your legal costs with confidence. Every case is different, and pricing may vary depending on the complexity of your case and urgency.

Service Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT)
Administrative Review (Standard) £750
Administrative Review (Complex or Urgent Cases) £950 – £1,200
Document Review & Advice Only £350
Follow-up Representation After Refusal From £450

 

Initial Consultation: £100 (deducted from the fixed fee if you proceed with us)

Our Value to You

  • Experienced Immigration Solicitors – Decades of combined experience in Home Office challenges
  • Transparent Fixed Fees – Know your legal costs upfront
  • Fast Turnaround Times – Critical when deadlines are tight
  • High Success Rates – Many ARs we handle are granted
  • Personalised Case Strategy – We treat your case as our own
  • Ongoing Support – We’ll support you beyond the AR, including re-application or escalation

Take Action Before It’s Too Late

You must act within

  • 14 days if you’re in the UK
  • 28 days if you’re outside the UK
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Key Stages & Timeline

We aim to provide swift and effective handling of your Administrative Review to maximise your chances of success:

  1. Initial Consultation & Document Review
    → Within 24–48 hours of contact
  2. Analysis of Refusal & Legal Grounds Assessment
    → 1–2 working days
  3. Preparation of Representation
    → 2–4 working days (or sooner for urgent cases)
  4. Submission of Administrative Review
    → Via the online platform or post, depending on application type
  5. Decision by Home Office
    → Typically 28 days, though may extend depending on complexity
  6. Next Steps if Refused Again
    → Advice on Judicial Review, re-application, or further appeals

Is Administrative Review Right for You?

If your decision letter offers Administrative Review, this is often the best first step to challenge it. However, not every case benefits from AR, especially if stronger results can be achieved through:

  • A fresh application
  • A Judicial Review
  • A Pre-Action Protocol Letter

At Right Law Solicitors, we don’t just follow a template — we advise you on the right course of action based on your unique circumstances.

Our team is ready to support you throughout the process

One of our specialist will contact you by the end of the next business day.

Please contact us:

+44 020 3372 5360

info@rightlawsolicitors.co.uk