Iran remains a major source of asylum claims in the UK, with issues ranging from political opposition to conversion from Islam. Expert reports play a crucial role in articulating the specific risks your client faces.
Iran in UK Asylum Proceedings
Iran generates a consistently high volume of asylum claims in the United Kingdom. The Iranian state maintains an extensive security apparatus that surveils and persecutes political dissidents, religious minorities, journalists, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those perceived as undermining the Islamic Republic. Claims frequently involve complex factual and legal questions that benefit significantly from expert analysis.
Common Issues in Iran Expert Reports
- Political opposition — supporters of reform movements, protesters
- Conversion from Islam to Christianity or other faiths
- Baha'i faith persecution
- LGBTQ+ individuals — Iranian law criminalises same-sex conduct
- Women's rights activists — post-2022 protests and crackdown
- Journalists and social media users
- Dual nationality issues and monitoring of diaspora activities
The 2022 Protests and Changed Risk Profile
The wave of nationwide protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in September 2022 significantly changed the risk profile for many Iranian nationals in the UK. Those who participated in protests, demonstrated outside Iranian embassies, or voiced opposition on social media may now face heightened risk upon return. Expert evidence addressing these developments is critical in many current cases.
Ereventis has been preparing Iran country expert reports for over a decade, and our team continuously monitors developments to ensure our analysis reflects current conditions. Contact us for a tailored quote.
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