Official UKVI Refusal & Appeals Guide 2026

UK Visa Refusal, Administrative Review & Appeal Guide

Calculate your strict Administrative Review deadline date, explore First-tier Tribunal appeals, and review step-by-step remedies to overturn UKVI visa refusals.

Refusal Remedy & Deadline Estimator

Recommended Legal PathwayDeadline: 14 Calendar Days

Administrative Review (AR)

Points-based visa refusals due to caseworker calculation errors or misunderstood documents must be challenged via Administrative Review within the strict deadline.

Strict Deadline Date:Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Official Application Fee:£80 (Refunded if overturned)

Common UK Visa Refusal Grounds & Solutions

1. Paragraph 245ZX / Maintenance Funds Dip

- **Issue**: Bank account dropped below required threshold even for 1 single day within the 28-day window.
- **Solution**: Challenge via Administrative Review only if caseworker miscalculated exchange rate; otherwise re-apply with fresh 28-day statements.

2. Genuine Student / Genuine Worker Test

- **Issue**: Caseworker doubts intention to study or work.
- **Solution**: Submit Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) letter or request oral hearing at First-tier Tribunal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Key Takeaway

Never miss your 14-day or 28-day deadline. Missing the deadline forfeits your statutory right to challenge the decision, potentially forcing you to leave the UK if your current leave has expired under Section 3C.