Refugee integration loan

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What you'll get

If you’re applying by yourself, you can borrow between £100 and £500.

If you’re applying with your partner, you can borrow between £100 and £780.

What you can use your loan for

You can only use the loan for things that are essential to help you to settle into UK society, including:

  • a housing deposit, rent payment or moving costs
  • essential items for your home
  • training or education
  • basic living costs (such as food or household bills)
  • work clothing and equipment

What you cannot use your loan for

You cannot use the loan to pay for certain things, including:

  • debts
  • travel costs for family members to join you in the UK

You may be asked to prove how you spent the loan. You may have to repay it in full straight away if you do not use it for the reason you said on your application.