Appendix CRP: Child relatives following the closure of the Family Reunion Route

Following the closure of the family reunion refugee route, practitioners may find it useful to understand how Appendix CRP provides an alternative route for a child to join or remain with a close relative who has protection status in the UK.

In this practical webinar, Priya will explain the requirements of Appendix CRP and work through the key issues practitioners need to consider when preparing applications. The session will cover:

• Validity requirements
• Eligibility requirements
• Relationship requirements
• Arguing cases under Article 8 ECHR, including the test of unjustifiably harsh consequences
• Seeking settlement under Appendix CRP
• The applicable policy guidance
• A practical case study

Who this is for:

This webinar is suitable for:

• Immigration and asylum solicitors
• Barristers
• OISC/IAA-regulated advisers
• Caseworkers and paralegals
• Anyone advising on protection-based family reunion and child relative applications

Level of expertise:

All levels – this session will provide an overview on this area

CPD hours:

This live webinar provides you with 1 hour of learning.

Attendees will receive a CPD certificate upon completion of this course.

• Understand the purpose and scope of Appendix CRP and when it may be used for a child seeking to join or remain with a close relative who has protection status in the UK.
• Identify and apply the validity, eligibility and relationship requirements under Appendix CRP.
• Assess how Article 8 ECHR arguments, including the test of unjustifiably harsh consequences, may be advanced in Appendix CRP applications.
• Understand requirements for seeking settlement under Appendix CRP.
• Navigate and apply the relevant Home Office policy guidance when preparing applications.
• Apply the legal principles covered to a practical case study.