Gender Based Abuse
Advice and Support for Non-UK Nationals
Have you been subject to gender based abuse but worry that a status of ‘No Recourse to Public Funds’ means you cannot get help?
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If you feel scared of or around your partner or if you are worried about someone you know, get in touch with Scotland’s 24 hour Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline on 0800 027 1234 or visit sdafmh.org.uk for more information.
Scottish Women’s Aid has information for non UK nationals who are survivors of gender based abuse here:
Immigration, asylum and domestic abuse | Scottish Women’s Aid
Police Scotland have resources on Domestic Abuse here, and advice on Honour Based Abuse and Forced marriage here.
- The Report it section of their website has this information:
Always dial 999 in an emergency. - Reporting by phone – 101 for non-emergencies. 0300 426 0101 if calling from out with the UK. Network charges may apply.
- Online – for issues of a non-serious nature use our Contact Us form
- In Person – Find your local Police Stations and check the Public Counter opening hours
- Text Relay – 18001101 for deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or speech-impaired callers.
- Support for British Sign Language users/speakers
- In writing – to PO BOX 2460, Dalmarnock, Glasgow G40 9BA
- We provide interpretation services for people who do not speak English.
The Scottish Women’s Rights Centre has a website for details of services, resources and information which may be helpful to you. They also have a list of solicitors who have completed the SWRC Approved Domestic Abuse Training here:
Scottish Women’s Rights Centre | Find a solicitor
If you require urgent support, you can also contact:Rape Crisis Scotland helpline on 08088 01 02 02. Information on this service and opening times can be found on their website.
The Law Society of Scotland cannot provide legal advice but can help by assisting you in finding a solicitor and providing information on other legal-related matters. Their website has a search tool and useful information such as FAQs about working with solicitors, legal fees, legal aid and other queries.
