Asylum Interview

[cofmine]

Hi everyone

I applied for asylum in September 2019 based on persecution due to my sexuality. I had screening interview in October 2019. I had my interview today and it only lasted for 2 hours and a half. I’m concerned that this is so different to everyone else’s. Does anyone know what the actual time frame is for a decision regarding this?

Thanks everyone

[wikki]

There is no standard time for interview, everyone's case is different. I actually know someone whose interview was about 3 hours and the person got granted asylum status.

[Chidiebube]

My case is similar to yours, I applied for Asylum in September, did my screening interview in October, did substantive interview last Wednesday. My interview lasted for about three hours. I couldn't continue due to my health but I guess we finished. I was surprised that the substantive interview was quite early but many of my friends are assuring me that it is a good sign. Success depends on God's help and how solid your case is backed up with evidence.

[jay287]

Hi, don’t worry too much. I had mine for 4hours with loads of break. I know some are 8hrs. Yes every cases are different. We will all have our freedom soon.

[cofmine]

How long is the average to wait? I hope everyone gets it. I’m so worried

[jay287]

There’s no specific time frame. As for myself I had my screening December 2018 I had my main interview 7 months after my screening August 2019, I am still waiting for my decision. Even my solicitor can’t tell how long is the wait time nor my support worker. Although cases are different. I know some hasn’t had their substantive interview for over a year and others are 2 years. Fingers crossed for all of us

How long is the average to wait? I hope everyone gets it. I’m so worried

[Chidiebube]

Hi Jay,

Why did you need a support worker and how did you get one. What is the role of the support worker?

[jay287]

Hi I have an NRM case and dv case originally I came here as a spouse, my case got complicated. My asylum is based on human rights and asylum.

Hi Jay,

Why did you need a support worker and how did you get one. What is the role of the support worker?

[Chidiebube]

Ok, thanks for the information.
Good luck with your application.

[cofmine]

I have just done my biometrics at lunar house in Croydon today - fingers crossed. Hope everyone gets what they need. It’s an ongoing nightmare