Webinar: Supporting migrant victims of domestic abuse through the immigration system

Domestic abuse comes in many forms, from physical and psychological abuse, to financial and sexual.

In the immigration context, perpetrators often use a person’s insecure immigration status as a means of control. This may be by withholding their documents or information about their status, deliberately not regularising their status, or threatening to have them removed from the UK.

In this webinar we will explore the support in place for victims of domestic abuse in the immigration context. We’ll be covering:

• Appendix Victim of Domestic Abuse and applications for settlement
• The Migrant Victims of Domestic Abuse Concession and applications for public funds
• Support for victims of transnational marriage abandonment
• Protection for victims of domestic abuse under the EU Settlement Scheme
• Ongoing issues with measures protecting victims and how to navigate these challenges for your client

Presenter

Nath Gbikpi. 

Nath is a solicitor at Leigh Day with over a decade’s experience in immigration, asylum and British nationality law. She has particular expertise with applications based on domestic abuse and was the instructing solicitor in AM v SSHD [2022] EWHC 2591, a case involving victims of transnational marriage abandonment which led to a change in the law; victims in these circumstances can now apply for indefinite leave to enter to return to the UK.

Audience

Level: intermediate

This webinar is aimed at immigration practitioners who wish to improve their knowledge and handling of cases involving victims of domestic abuse. You will learn top tips and best practices from a true expert in the field.

Booking

The ticket cost is £55 + VAT for members and £65 + VAT for non-members. Members, to secure your discount, please log in to your Free Movement account before booking.

We are running an early bird discount on tickets until 23:59 on Wednesday 4th February 2026. Use code “SUPPORT180226” for 20% off.

Important notes

• A recording of the webinar is NOT included in the ticket price.
• After the webinar, you will be emailed a copy of any presentation slides.
• If you would like a certificate of attendance for your continuing professional development record after the webinar has finished, please email editor@freemovement.org.uk.
• Refund policy: We understand that circumstances can change. Cancellation and refund is possible with no questions asked up to 7 days before the webinar is due to begin. Please contact editor@freemovement.org.uk.