Asylum

Asylum in the United States

Under U.S. immigration law, asylum may be available to individuals who are unable or unwilling to return to their home country because of past persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on their race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.

An individual may apply for asylum if they are physically present in the United States or arrive in the United States, subject to the requirements, exceptions, and limitations established by U.S. immigration law.

Benefits of Asylum Status

An individual who is granted asylum, known as an asylee, may receive important immigration benefits, including:

• Authorization to live in the United States under asylum status.
• Authorization to work in the United States as an asylee.
• The ability to apply for lawful permanent resident status, commonly known as a Green Card, after being physically present in the United States for at least one year following the grant of asylum, provided the applicable requirements are met.
• The ability to apply for certain qualifying family members to receive derivative asylum status, subject to applicable requirements.

Asylum status can provide significant protection, but the immigration process and eligibility requirements can be complex.

How We Can Help

If you believe you may be eligible for asylum in the United States, consulting with an experienced immigration attorney can help you understand the requirements and determine what options may be available based on your circumstances.

At Raheen Law Group, we can help you understand the requirements and procedures relating to asylum. We can also assist with preparing and filing the necessary paperwork and navigating the immigration process.