What is my legal status in the USA now?

You likely do not have a status per se. You are permitted to remain in the U.S. with a pending asylum application, but that does not give you an...

You can file a request to request your interview. With the right evidence and arguments, my clients and I have been very successful with expedite...

It's impossible for us to answer this without more information about your background and eligibility. I would encourage you to have a consultation...

Why USCIS closed my application ?

You can email the Arlington Office directly at [email protected]. Include your full name, A#, country of birth and date of birth....

It is really common now for decisions to take several months (or longer) from the Arlington Asylum Office. There are many reasons for the delay,...

It is possible for one to overcome the one year filing requirement. There are exceptions that are determined based on one's personal situation, and...

Is that true?

One year of your asylum status counts towards your time required to become a citizen. The date on your green card should have been backdated by ONE...

You will be assigned an A # after you submit the asylum application

An international student who wants to get married

Someone's visa status or asylum status does not impact their ability to get married in the U.S.

Do I need to withdraw my application for asylum (pending) before i get married at the courthouse?

Do not withdraw your asylum application until and if you have a green card in your hand. If you withdraw your application before you have been...