Law Office of Patricia A. Rivera can provide invaluable assistance with asylum applications in the United States. I guide individuals through the asylum process, helping them understand their rights and responsibilities. I compile and submit all necessary documentation, prepare clients for interviews, and advocate on their behalf before immigration authorities. With my expertise and support, clients can navigate the asylum process with confidence, knowing they have a dedicated advocate fighting for their right to protection in the United States.
To qualify for asylum in the United States, you must demonstrate that you have suffered persecution or have a well-founded fear of persecution in your home country due to your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. You must apply for asylum within one year of arriving in the United States, although there are exceptions to this deadline.
Seeking asylum means asking for protection in another country because you fear persecution or harm in your home country. It’s like saying, “Hey, I need help! I can’t go back home because I’m in danger there.”
When someone is granted asylum, it means they’re allowed to stay in the United States because they’ve proven they would be harmed if they returned to their home country. It’s like being given a safe haven where you can live without fear of persecution.
There are two main types of asylum: affirmative asylum and defensive asylum. Affirmative asylum is for people who are not in removal proceedings and apply directly to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Defensive asylum is for people who are in removal proceedings and request asylum as a defense against deportation.
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