Category: I-589 In General

What does it mean for an asylum seeker to have the “burden of proof,” and how can they meet this requirement to establish eligibility for asylum in the United States?

Can I submit my birth records after filing my asylum application if I’m waiting for a certified translation and need to meet the one-year filing deadline?

Can I switch from an asylum application to an H4 dependent visa if my spouse is on an H1B visa?

I am an F-1 student living in Los Angeles, California. I entered the U.S. in May of last year, and my spouse recently joined me. Can I apply for asylum, and should I hire an immigration attorney? Also, which jurisdiction should I file my asylum application in?

How should I format and write my personal story for my asylum application?

Should my family members (including my spouse and elderly parent) and I file one joint asylum application, or should we submit separate applications?

If I am applying for asylum for myself, my spouse, and my child, do I need to submit separate applications for each family member, or is one application sufficient?

“How soon can I apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) and work authorization (EAD) after filing for asylum in the U.S., and what are the steps involved?”

I applied for asylum two years ago but lost contact with the person who assisted me before reaching the 150-day mark for my case. Can I reapply for asylum on my own, and if so, how can I do it online?

I submitted a paper-based Form I-589 asylum application, received a receipt notice, and completed my biometrics. I can track my case status using the receipt number, but I can’t add my case to my USCIS online account. It says the receipt number or Alien number (A-Number) is invalid. How can I add my paper-based case… Continue reading How to Link a Paper-Based Asylum Case to Your USCIS Online Account