Object to the decision (appeal) — English letter template

Use this if you think the decision is wrong. Check the letter first: many UK offices want their own form or an online request, and some want a review (for example a mandatory reconsideration) before an appeal. Send it before the deadline and keep proof of posting.

What the letter says

I object to your decision. Reason: [your reason]. Please confirm that you received this letter.

The letter in English

Fill in the parts in [brackets], print, sign and send it by post. Keep a copy.

[Your full name]
[Your address]
[Town and postcode]

[Name of the agency or company]
[Address from the letter]

[Town], [DD/MM/YYYY]

Re: Appeal — your letter dated [DD/MM/YYYY]

Dear Sir or Madam,

I do not agree with your decision in your letter dated [DD/MM/YYYY]. Please accept this letter as my appeal.

Reason: [Explain in a few sentences why you disagree. Attach copies of any proof.]

Please look at my case again and confirm in writing that you have received this letter.

Yours faithfully,


[Signature]
[Your full name]

When you check your own letter with Briefly, it fills in the date, reference numbers and amounts for you.