The Cotton Tree is a welcoming community that helps people to get leave to remain and rebuild their lives in the UK.

At the heart of our work is concern for the dignity and well-being of those who cannot safely return to their homes.

Assad has fled – what next for Syria and Syrians living in the UK?

From Syria to the UK: A Kurdish Woman’s Fight for Safety and Stability

A Syrian Kurdish woman, resident in the UK, tells her story

  • Connectivity and travel

    We provide WiFi devices and Oyster top-ups to those who need them.

  • Leave to Remain

    We work with our members for as long as it takes to get a clear, evidence-based story. The vast majority are granted leave to remain.

  • Food vouchers

    Our members tell us that the food vouchers they receive from us are a lifeline.

“The team is hard-working to defend refugee rights and help them integrate into the new society and build their new successful life…

Cotton Tree Trust is proudly my family in the UK…

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

— A Cotton Tree asylum seeker

Our Work

  • The legal & casework branch

    Get legal advice to help you overcome legal obstacles once you are in the United Kingdom.

  • The heal & grow branch

    How can I keep my surprised feelings living? Read more to find out how we can help you heal and grow

  • Client stories

    Read the stories of our members.

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