Since 1999 IOM UK has assisted more than 30,000 people to return to some 140 countries.

IOM UK runs two voluntary return programmes: one is for anyone who has been in the asylum system at any stage - applying, appealing, refused – (VARRP); another for irregular migrants – who have overstayed their visas or have been smuggled or trafficked into the country (AVRIM).  Under both programmes IOM arranges flights and onward transportation to the home doorstep but under the scheme for asylum seekers IOM also delivers Reintegration Assistance in the country of return.  Apart from a relocation grant given to each individual returnee at the airport of departure t his assistance is not delivered in cash but in kind according to an ‘IRP' (Individual Return Plan) tailored to meet the needs of each returnee. Targeted payments can be made towards a range of things including: payment of fees for vocational training courses at colleges, for higher education, or for children's schooling; a three month salary supplement for a job placement; short-term accommodation; an extra baggage allowance; or to help buy equipment and supplies to set up a small business.  The aim of this assistance is to contribute to a more ‘sustainable return.'

IOM UK 's main office is in London with staff who, between them, speak over 30 different languages.  No appointment is necessary to visit this office 10am-1pm and 2pm-4:30pm, Monday to Friday. We also have branch offices in Birmingham , Bristol , Glasgow , Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester . All enquiries to IOM are treated confidentially and there is no need for anyone to give their name in order to receive free advice.

0800 783 2332