Queens County Asylum Lawyer
Are You a Refugee Facing Persecution? Get Our Support Today
If you are attempting to enter the United States for fear of persecution or other forms of violence in your home country, there is a good probability that you may qualify for political asylum...
Asylum Eligibility Requirements
To apply for political asylum, you must show evidence of persecution or fear of persecution based on the grounds listed below:
- Race
- Religion
- National origin
- Membership in a certain social group
- Political opinion
Steps to Apply for Asylum
- Complete and submit Form I-589 within 1 year of arriving in the U.S.
- Receive 2 notices from USCIS:
- Acknowledgment of receiving your application
- Notice to visit an application support center (ASC) for fingerprinting
- Complete fingerprinting and background checks.
- Receive an interview notice for an appointment with an asylum officer.
- Complete the interview with an attorney or interpreter if needed.
- Await decision review by a supervisory asylum officer.
- Pick up the final decision or receive it by mail.
- Acknowledgment of receiving your application
- Notice to visit an application support center (ASC) for fingerprinting
Contact Us
If you or a loved one is seeking asylum, contact us today for a confidential consultation at (718) 651-1577