Refugee integration loan
Apply
You must apply online for an integration loan.
To apply you’ll need your:
- biometric residence permit (BRP) - if you have one and you apply less than 18 months after the expiry date printed on the card
- Home Office reference number - you can find this on your asylum application letter
- bank or building society account details
You’ll also need to provide your National Insurance number. If you do not have one, you must apply for one at your local Jobcentre Plus before you apply for an integration loan.
Get more help
Your local refugee community organisation can help you with your application and filling in the form.
You can also contact the integration loan team.
Integration loan team
Integrationloan@homeoffice.gov.uk
After you’ve applied
You’ll usually get a decision within 19 weeks.
There is currently a high number of applications. It may take longer than usual to get a decision.
If your application is successful, you’ll get an email or letter asking you to accept a loan agreement. After you accept the agreement, you’ll receive your loan payment.
If you have not been contacted about your application after 19 weeks, email the integration loan team.