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Does a first-time work permit application need to file Form I-912 for a fee waiver? Also, is it safe to apply for asylum now with Trump in office?

For first-time asylum-based EAD applications (category C08), there is no filing fee, so Form I-912 (fee waiver request) is not needed. However, for EAD renew... …

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My daughter has a tourist visa and she is included in my asylum application. Do I have to apply for an EAD for her to have an SSN? Or just SSN? Thank you.

To obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) for your daughter, she generally needs to have an approved Employment Authorization Document (EAD). If she is includ... …

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Hello, My current situation is very confusing. I am on a B1/B2 visa (my entry still valid up to the end of March) and have filed an asylum case. My friends told me if I do not pass the interview, the government might send me to a detention center. I would appreciate any guidance from anyone who has experienced an interview in New York.

If you have a pending asylum application and are still within your authorized stay on a B1/B2 visa, you are generally not at immediate risk of detention. How... …

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What is the typical timeframe for USCIS to reissue an I-94 and an EAD due to an administrative error after granting asylum? Has anyone encountered a similar situation?

The timeframe for USCIS to correct and reissue an I-94 and EAD due to an administrative error can vary. Typically, it may take anywhere from 30 to 90 days, d... …

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I applied for asylum early January but haven't received a receipt yet. How long does this usually take?

Typically, USCIS issues a receipt notice (Form I-797C) within 2 to 4 weeks after receiving an asylum application (Form I-589). However, delays can occur due ... …

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If someone entered from the borders illegally, can they adjust their status by getting married?

In most cases, a person who entered the U.S. without inspection (illegally) cannot adjust their status through marriage to a U.S. citizen while remaining in ... …

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Is there any possibility of getting an EAD approval notice before the 180th day after I-589 application submission if I apply for EAD authorization on the 152nd day?

No, USCIS will not approve an EAD based on a pending asylum application (category C08) before the 180-day waiting period is completed. While you can apply fo... …

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Can anyone explain the withdrawal process for asylum? My case went for a master hearing, and my student visa is still valid. Also, how long does it take to receive an EAD renewal/extension card for a pending asylum application?

To withdraw your asylum application, you generally need to notify the immigration court or USCIS, depending on where your case is being processed. Since your... …

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I have an asylum interview at the Arlington office on December 4, 2024. Today, I got a notice for a second interview on March 13 at 3 PM. Does anyone have any idea about that?

A second asylum interview may be scheduled for various reasons. It could be that the asylum officer needs clarification on certain aspects of your case, addi... …

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I have a question. I received my EAD but my Social Security appointment is scheduled for one month from now. Can I start working on my EAD?

Yes, you can start working with your EAD even if you have not yet received your Social Security Number (SSN). However, you should inform your employer that y... …

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