Manchester City Council

People and Communities Newly arrived migrant communities

People seeking asylum

Manchester is home to many people seeking safety, including those applying for asylum in the UK.

Who is responsible?

  • The Home Office is in charge of asylum in the UK.
  • They provide support and housing for people seeking asylum who have no money or home.
  • Manchester City Council is not responsible for asylum support or housing.

How to apply for asylum

To stay in the UK as a refugee, you must apply to the Home Office.

Learn more about asylum on GOV.UK