Important

The information on this page only applies to International Protection Applications made before 12 June 2026.

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Appeals

This page explains how to appeal decisions relating to your international protection application and the support available during the appeals process.

Appeals

Appealing an international protection decision

You can lodge an appeal on your International Protection application to the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT).

More information about the appeals process is available on the IPAT Website Home – IPAT

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Appealable Decisions

Decisions that can be appealed

The International Protection Appeals Tribunal has jurisdiction to determine appeals against the following decisions relating to the grant of international protection:

Decisions to reject an application as inadmissible
Decisions to refuse Refugee Status only
Decisions to refuse both Refugee and Subsidiary Protection Status
Dublin III Regulation Transfer Decisions

Legal Support

Legal representation during an appeal

You can also request a legal representative free of charge from the Legal Aid Board during your appeal.

The legal representative will assist you with lodging your appeal, preparing for your appeal and will attend the appeal hearing on your behalf where there is an oral hearing.