Asylum helplines

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Who to contact

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Migrant Help UK
Telephone: 0808 801 0503
Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm
(24-hour service for emergencies)

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Refugee Council
Telephone: 0808 175 3499
WhatsApp: 07888 866615 (messaging only)
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm

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