The former cruiserweight world champion, who won 45 fights during an illustrious career, spoke out on Twitter about a letter his brother 68-year-old brother Alan received from the Home Office.
In a tweet directed at Home Secretary Amber Rudd, Nelson said: "My 68-year-old old brother has been in the UK for 53 years. He has received a letter stating he has 10 days to leave or appeal. He received indefinite stay on his passport, lost in a house fire over 20 yrs ago.
"He’s an OAP & will have to find hundreds for legal representation."
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Since his retirement in 2006, Nelson is still active within boxing and is currently part of Sky Sport's boxing team.
The Home Office has been contacted for a comment.