The UK government has published caseworker guidance on the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy, known as ARAP. The document is aimed at immigration staff and outlines how cases linked to the scheme should be considered.
ARAP is intended for Afghan citizens who worked for or alongside the UK government in Afghanistan in roles described as exposed or meaningful. According to the summary, the policy may include an offer of relocation for people who meet the relevant criteria.
The guidance is designed to support consistent decision-making by officials handling these applications. In practice, that means setting out how staff should approach ARAP cases within the wider immigration process.
The publication is part of the official government information available on GOV.UK and provides an updated reference point for those tracking UK policy on Afghan relocation and assistance. It reflects the administrative framework behind a scheme created for Afghans whose work connected them directly to the UK mission in Afghanistan.
