Apply for Asylum (Form I-589)

If you meet the eligibility requirements, within 1 year of your arrival to the U.S. you may apply for asylum for yourself, your spouse, and your unmarried children under 21-years of age. Read more

Victim of Abuse -VAWA (Form I-360)

Through the Violence Against Women Act, the Immigration and Nationality Act allows abused spouses, children, and parents, to self-petition for an immigrant visa as victims of abuse, and without their abuser’s knowledge. Despite the name, VAWA applies equally to male victims as well as women.

Permanent Status for Asylee or Refugee (Form I-485)

One year after being admitted into the United States, a refugee must apply for his or her Green Card. Asylees are not required to do so after one year, but it could benefit them to do so.

Apply for Refugee/Asylee Travel Document (Form I-131)

Are you an Asylee or a Refugee that has to travel abroad? Or, are you a Permanent Resident who was an Asylee or a Refugee (before obtaining Permanent Residency), who has to travel outside of the U.S. for an extended period? If so, you may need (or want) to apply for a “Refugee Travel Document,” before you leave the United States. If you do not, you may be unable to re-enter the U.S. upon returning from your travels; or, you may be placed in Removal Proceedings upon your return.