A focused starting point for asylum, refugee, language-access and integration information in Scotland and the wider UK. These are independent external resources, not BridgeIt partners or a guarantee of service eligibility.
For people who want to claim asylum in Scotland or have applied and are waiting for a decision. It is general information only, with process stages and links to support, interpreting and legal-advice routes.
Visit the original resourceThe Scottish Government, COSLA and Scottish Refugee Council strategy, including integration from day one and six principles covering rights, lived experience, intercultural communities and partnership.
Visit the original resourceScottish Refugee Council guidance on communication, interpreter conduct, requesting language or dialect support, feedback and changing an interpreter; service duties vary outside listed public services.
Visit the original resourceAn entry guide for new refugees in Scotland after permission to stay, linking to current pages on status, documents, benefits, housing, health, education and work. Check the individual pages because some guide tiles are still marked as coming soon.
Visit the original resourceSearchable Scottish Refugee Council map for groups, support and opportunities by postcode, location or group type. Listings can change, so confirm details with the organisation.
Visit the original resourceOfficial GOV.UK finder for registered Immigration Advice Authority advisers and approved professional bodies. Check registration, fees and the scope of advice before sharing documents.
Visit the original resourceScottish Legal Aid Board search for registered solicitors, including immigration, asylum and nationality. SLAB does not provide legal advice; only solicitors can apply for legal aid and a solicitor decides whether to take a case.
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