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How to Apply for Asylum in the U.S.
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People who have fled persecution and made it to the United States can either submit an application for asylum on their own (within one year of entry) or do so after having been caught by the U.S. immigration authorities and placed in deportation (removal) proceedings. However, the process involves careful preparation of forms, gathering of documents, preparation of sworn statements and witnesses, and more. Learn the ins and outs of this process here.
Overview of the Application Process
An attorney describes the asylum application process.
If the processing of your asylum case has been delayed, then you might look for an alternate way to obtain a U.S. green card.
When and how to request asylum before having actually entered the U.S. on a visa.
The asylum process, from the perspective of an undocumented immigrant.
For people already in deportation proceedings, who fear returning to their home country.
Asylum applicants will need to attend an appointment at which they have their fingerprints and other data taken.
Preparing Your Application for Asylum
The steps toward obtaining asylum protection in the United States.
A step-by-step guide to answering the questions on USCIS Form I-589.
How to draft (or have your friends draft) personal statements in support of your asylum claim.
Before sending your application for asylum, read these tips on how to protect yourself from the possibility that USCIS will lose all or parts of it.
Understanding what it takes to present a credible claim for asylum, complete with a detailed story and corroborating evidence.
Your Asylum Interview
How to prepare for the interview that is the final step in your asylum application process.
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