ASYLUM Overview Asylum is a form of protection that the U.S. government offers to individuals who have fled their home country due to persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. To apply for asylum in the United States, an individual must be physically present in the country or at a U.S. port of entry, and must submit an application...
Overview Family-based immigration is one of the most common pathways for individuals seeking lawful permanent residence (a green card) in the United States. U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) can petition for certain family members to immigrate to the U.S. and become permanent residents. The process begins with filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, to establish the qualifying relationship. Once approved,...
DEPORTATION DEFENSE Overview Immigration removal proceedings in the US are legal proceedings that determine whether a non-citizen, who is currently in the United States, will be allowed to remain in the country or be removed (deported) to their home country. These proceedings are conducted by the US Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) through an administrative court called the Immigration Court. The removal...
