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Were you granted asylum from the first interview with an asylum officer, or were you granted from the court hearing with a judge? Which one has a higher chance?

### Asylum Grant Process: Interview vs. Court Hearing 1. **Asylum Officer Interview (Affirmative Asylum Process):** - If you applied for asylum **affirmative... …

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It has been 35 days since I applied for EAD but have not yet received approval/decision. Can I make a direct call to the center at this stage, or should I wait for 10 more days?

It is common for EAD applications to take **30"“45 days** to process, though some cases may take longer. ### What You Can Do at This Stage: 1. **Check Your C... …

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It's been almost 3 weeks without an EAD decision. Any chances of EAD rejection? I applied on the 151st day.

It is normal for an EAD application to take several weeks to process, so a 3-week wait does not necessarily indicate a problem. However, here are some key po... …

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When can I apply for an SSN? Do I also need to wait 150 days? I applied for asylum in November 2024 and did my biometrics, but my status hasn't changed to confirm that I did my biometrics.

You can apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) **after receiving your Employment Authorization Document (EAD)**. Unlike the work permit application, there ... …

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What happens on biometrics day? What kind of documents do I have to carry?

On the day of your biometrics appointment, USCIS will collect your fingerprints, photograph, and signature to verify your identity and conduct background che... …

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If I enter the United States on a B1/B2 visa, can I apply for a work permit to work on a vessel?

No, a B1/B2 visa is strictly for tourism, business, or medical visits and does not authorize employment in the U.S., including working on a vessel. 1. **Work... …

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If somebody entered in USA legally and now waiting for Work Permit & SSN, is there any difficulty they face if they fly from one state to another?

If you entered the U.S. legally and have a pending work permit (EAD) and SSN application, you should generally have no issue flying domestically. 1. **TSA Re... …

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Hi, I applied for my initial EAD on December 14 and received the receipt notice on December 15. However, I am still waiting for my EAD card to be processed. It has been 43 days already. Can anyone guide me on what steps I should take next?

USCIS processing times for an initial EAD can vary depending on the category under which you applied. 1. **Check Case Status**: Visit the USCIS website and e... …

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I came to the U.S. using a J-1 program but resigned from my job and can't maintain my status. I am now a pending asylee. If a company wants to sponsor me for an H-1B or EB-3, or if I marry a U.S. citizen, how would that work? What are my chances of changing my status?

If you were subject to the J-1 two-year home residency requirement, you may need a waiver before adjusting status through marriage or employer sponsorship. 1... …

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On the decision date/day of one's asylum case, does he/she have to be present in court on that day?

Whether an applicant must be present in court on the decision day depends on the type of asylum case. If the case is in immigration court (defensive asylum),... …

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