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Domestic abuse support services letter confirming refused admission to a refuge

Use this sample letter to get evidence from an organisation providing domestic abuse support services confirming refused admission to a refuge, if you're applying for legal aid for a divorce or separation.

Applies to England and Wales

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To get an evidence letter from an organisation providing domestic abuse support service confirming refused admission to a refuge, you should:

  • fill in this sample letter
  • send it to the organisation providing domestic abuse support services

You can use this as evidence if you’re applying for legal aid to divorce or separate from an abusive partner.

If you wish to provide evidence of staying at a refuge please use the ‘Get a letter from an organisation providing domestic abuse support services’ template.

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Published 31 July 2025

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