Emergency Grants for Afghan Refugees in the UK
The Oxfam Refugee Fund offers emergency grants of up to £1,200 to Afghan refugees in the UK who hold a UK Residence Permit or Tier 5 visa.
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Who Qualifies?
| Visa Category | Description | Eligibility for Grants |
|---------------|-------------|------------------------|
| UK Residence Permit | A residence card for refugees or asylum seekers who are allowed to stay in the UK. | ✔️ |
| Tier 5 Temporary Worker – International Agreement | Afghan nationals working under a temporary worker visa. | ✔️ |
| Student Visa (Tier 4) | Afghan students studying in the UK. | ✔️ |
| Refugee Status | Granted under the UK Refugee Convention. | ✔️ |
| Humanitarian Protection | Temporary protection granted due to conflict. | ✔️ |
| EU Settlement Scheme | (If applicable) | ✖️ (not relevant for Afghan refugees) |
Key points
- Grants are only available for Afghan refugees who legally reside in the UK under one of the categories above.
- Applicants must demonstrate an urgent financial need (e.g., loss of housing, medical expenses, or loss of job).
- Proof of status and identity must be supplied (passport, residence card, etc.).
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Five Real Scholarships & Grants for Afghan Refugees
1. Oxfam Refugee Fund
- Amount: Up to £1,200
- Eligibility: Afghan refugees in the UK with UK Residence Permit or Tier 5 visa who face immediate financial hardship.
- Deadline: 31 December 2026 (rolling basis)
- Official URL: Oxfam Refugee Fund
2. Leeds Refugee Scholarship
- Amount: £5,000
- Eligibility: Afghan students admitted to the University of Leeds who hold