Section 35/ Substantive Interview

After applying for International Protection at the International Protection Office, or City West, you will wait to be invited to attend an interview with an International Protection Officer. This is called your Section 35, or Substantive, interview.

We advise you consult with a solicitor before your substantive interview. For information on how to access a solicitor through the Legal Aid Board's free legal aid scheme, see here. If you are accessing a solicitor through the Legal Aid Board you should contact them as soon as your Substantive interview is scheduled.

What to Expect in your Substantive Interview

The below video (also available in Georgian, Arabic, and Somali) can help you understand what to expect during your interview: