You have the option to appeal a Civil Penalty Notice.  If your civil penalty is for the employment of illegal workers, you have 28 days to either appeal the penalty or pay the fine in its entirety. There is no flexibility with this window of time, so you must be quick and measured in your response. Our business immigration lawyers can provide you with the best advice on whether you have strong enough reasons and evidence to mount an appeal against the Civil Penalty Notice. It’s important to note that if an appeal leads to the revelation of more damaging information about your company, the penalties may increase. Therefore, it is imperative to seek expert legal advice before proceeding with a course of action.