Many people find it difficult to make the transition from the structured prison day to life on the outside, where there is no-one to tell them what to do, and where they must buy and cook their own food.

The return of a loved one can also be difficult for a family which has learnt to survive on its own. Children may feel anger or resentment towards a long-absent parent.

The information sheets below are intended to guide you through what can be a difficult process. If you need further advice, or simply want to talk to someone about your situation, please contact us on 0808 172 0098.

General leaflet for those returning from prison abroad
A guide to the services Prisoners Abroad can offer to those returning to live in the UK after a period of imprisonment overseas.
File size: 94 KB

Life in the UK
A general guide to the life in Britain for those who have been out of the UK for a number of years. It includes details about prices of everyday items, transport, and cultural life in Britain.
File size: 168 KB

Finding employment
This factsheet gives advice to ex-prisoners on finding employment in the UK.
File size: 83 KB

Disclosing Offences
This factsheet explains the law around disclosing offences committed overseas.
File size: 88 KB

Returning to the UK and the Sexual Offences Act 2003
Leaflet explaining the effect of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 on prisoners returning to the UK.
File size: 78 KB

Benefits information for returning ex-prisoners
This fact sheet explains the welfare benefits entitlements for returning ex-prisoners.
File size: 77 KB

Finding Accommodation
This fact sheet gives some suggestions on finding accommodation on return to the UK.
File size: 70 KB

Medical information
This fact sheet explains how to get medical assistance in the UK.
File size: 73 KB

Resettlement and Visa Overstayers
We offer a restricted resettlement service to those people who were held in Immigration Detention facilities for visa irregularities. This factsheet sets out in detail the support we can offer.
File size: 95 KB