Legal aid for survivors of trafficking and modern slavery.
Confidential legal help for survivors of trafficking and modern slavery, alongside the people already supporting you.
Before you start
People who have been trafficked are often afraid to speak, and afraid of being treated as the one who broke the law. Silence leaves them without protection.
Is this you?
People who were forced, tricked or threatened into work, sex or crime, in the UK or on the way here; and the support workers, police and local authority staff helping them.
How we help
We advise on referral into the National Referral Mechanism (the government's system for identifying victims) and what the decisions mean; protect the person's immigration position, including asylum where it applies; and apply for permission to stay where the person qualifies. We work with the support provider already in place.
Is it covered by legal aid?
Help for victims of trafficking and modern slavery is covered, subject to the tests. Who qualifies
On legal aid cases, we will never ask you for money. What you tell us stays confidential; we never share your story without your consent, except where the law requires it.
Common questions
Do I have to go to the police?
No. We explain your options first, in confidence.
Can a support worker refer me?
Yes, through the form, with your agreement.
I have already been referred. Can you still help?
Yes. Send us any decision letters you have.
“The law recognises victims of trafficking and slavery. The right referral and the right application can bring safety, support and permission to stay.”
Free help. Full effort.
Tell us what is happening. We check legal aid first and tell you plainly.