What is 'Limited Leave to Remain' Status?
Answer
An award of limited leave to remain after the refusal of a claim for asylum or as temporary leave to remain in the UK is often viewed as a positive decision. Whilst an award does in many cases afford individuals a greater security, limited leave to remain can cause significant challenges in terms of support. Once granted limited leave to remain, an asylum seeker is no longer entitled to support from the Home Office. Many students who are granted limited leave to remain whilst studying are excluded from welfare benefits and student finance. It is important to be aware that whilst a student is awaiting a decision on an application for an extension or renewal of an award of limited leave to remain, their rights and entitlements remain the same i.e. they are still treated as having limited leave to remain. Their status does not change whilst they are awaiting for a decision on an application for an extension.