Asylum & Refugee Status Applications (Form I-589)
Victoria Barr Law assists individuals seeking protection from persecution by applying for asylum or refugee status through Form I-589.
What Is Form I-589?
Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal, allows individuals in the U.S. to request asylum if they fear persecution due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Successful applicants can remain in the U.S. and apply for a green card after one year.
Who Is Eligible for Asylum?
- Individuals Facing Persecution: Must show fear of persecution based on a protected ground.
- Within the U.S. or at a Port of Entry: Applicants must be physically present in the U.S. or seeking entry at a U.S. port of entry.
- Filing Deadline: Form I-589 must be filed within one year of the last U.S. entry, with limited exceptions.
Required Documents for Form I-589
- Completed Form I-589 signed by the applicant
- Personal statement detailing reasons for seeking asylum
- Identification documents (passport, birth certificate, visas)
- Evidence of persecution (medical reports, police records, affidavits)
- Country condition reports supporting the asylum claim
- Proof of U.S. entry (I-94, travel records)
Asylum Application Process
- File Form I-589: Submit the application with supporting documents to USCIS.
- Receipt Notice: Receive a confirmation receipt from USCIS.
- Biometrics Appointment: Attend a fingerprint and photo appointment.
- Interview: Attend an interview with a USCIS asylum officer.
- Decision Notice: Receive an approval, denial, or referral to immigration court if additional review is needed.
Why Choose Victoria Barr Law?
- Experienced Asylum Attorneys: We provide expert legal representation in complex asylum cases.
- Detailed Application Preparation: We craft strong legal arguments backed by country condition reports and personal statements.
- Representation Before USCIS & Courts: We represent clients at asylum interviews and in immigration court if necessary.
- Bilingual Legal Services: We offer services in both English and Spanish for clear and compassionate communication.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asylum & Refugee Status Applications (I-589)
Form I-589 is used to apply for asylum in the U.S. Individuals who face persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group may apply.
Asylum is sought within the U.S. or at its border, while refugee status is applied for from outside the U.S., usually through UNHCR or other agencies.
You must file Form I-589 within one year of arriving in the U.S., unless you qualify for an exception based on extraordinary or changed circumstances.
Yes, you can include your spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old in your asylum application if they are physically present in the U.S.
You may apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) 150 days after submitting Form I-589, provided no decision has been made on your application.