Asylum
If going back puts you in danger
Asylum is for people who fear harm in their home country because of their race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group.
You usually have to apply within one year of arriving. If that year has passed, there may be exceptions, or other protection such as withholding of removal. We'll help you tell your story clearly, gather the evidence and prepare for the interview or the hearing.
How an asylum case usually goes
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Step 1: The one-year mark
Counted from your last arrival. We check your dates first.
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Step 2: The application
Your written statement, reports about your country and proof of who you are.
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Step 3: Fingerprints and a work permit
Once your application has been pending about five months, you can ask for a work permit.
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Step 4: The interview or the hearing
We practice with you beforehand and sit beside you on the day.
Talk to us before the year runs out
Even if you think it already has, call. There may still be a way.