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Hello! Question, if my case is rejected by USCIS after the interview, does that mean I will be deported and have to return to my home country as soon as possible?
No, a denial by USCIS does not automatically result in deportation. If your asylum application is denied at the USCIS interview stage, your case is typically... …
Read Full AnswerMy asylum has been pending for 2 years and 7 months. Some attorneys say I can file a mandamus after 3 years. What are the risks of filing now? I don't want to wait more because I'd like to move cities and don't want my case transferred since I'd go to the back of the line. Any advice?
Filing a writ of mandamus can be an option if your asylum case has been unreasonably delayed, but there are risks involved. If you file too early (before a c... …
Read Full AnswerHello, can a person with pending asylum in immigration court apply for a Real ID using a Social Security number and Employment Authorization Document (EAD)? Thanks.
Yes, in most states, a person with a pending asylum case can apply for a Real ID if they have a valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and a Social Se... …
Read Full AnswerI came to America through the border in March 2024. Now I have a work permit and Social Security number, but I never went to the ICE office because I didn't know I had to. My lawyer said they sent me an email, but my paperwork states that I need to go to the ICE office. I don't know if I should go now or what I should do. Please, if anyone knows, tell me what I have to do?
It is very important to follow any instructions from immigration authorities, including ICE. If your paperwork states that you need to check in with ICE, you... …
Read Full AnswerI currently have a pending asylum application and have received my (EAD) + (SSN). I'm considering returning to my home country, despite safety concerns. What steps do I need to take before departing the US? Do I simply need to purchase a flight ticket, or must I first withdraw or cancel my asylum application? Please provide guidance on the necessary procedures.
If you choose to return to your home country while your asylum application is still pending, you should be aware of serious legal consequences. Departing the... …
Read Full AnswerIs the waiting time for the interview longer for visa-based entries?
Waiting times for visa-based entries can often be longer compared to other immigration processes. This is due to factors like annual numerical limits, high d... …
Read Full AnswerHello guys, I submitted my EAD application 1 month ago online after reaching 150 days. However, I received the receipt notice a week after applying, but so far I still haven't received the card. I'm sincerely starting to be discouraged. It's hard to stay like this without working.
It is understandable to feel discouraged, but delays in EAD processing are common. After submitting Form I-765 based on a pending asylum application (categor... …
Read Full AnswerHello All, After submitting an application for asylum in New Jersey, how long is the expected wait time until I have my interview?
The wait time for an asylum interview varies based on USCIS backlog and scheduling priorities. Generally, USCIS follows the "˜Last In, First Out' (LIFO) poli... …
Read Full AnswerCan an asylum seeker apply for a Real ID? If yes, what kind of documents are required?
Yes, an asylum seeker can apply for a Real ID, but eligibility and required documents vary by state. Generally, you will need proof of identity (such as an u... …
Read Full AnswerI am a single mom. I have a 7-year-old boy. I applied for asylum in 2023. Someone told me to file SIJS for my son. Will it be a wise decision? Should I apply this for my son or should I wait until my asylum decision? Please experts give me ideas?
Applying for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for your son could be a good option, as it provides a pathway to lawful permanent residency (a Green Ca... …
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