How long does it take to get a work permit through asylum?

After you file your asylum case, you will have to wait 365 days before you can apply for your work authorization. I strongly recommend that you...

Can I have my waiting time counted for N400?

Unfortunatley, no. They won't give you credit for this time. Asylum applicants do, however, get a free year. You can apply to naturalize just 4...

Why was petition for asylum rejected when there was not error?

You have my complete sympathy. There is a clearly documented trend to reject asylum applications for what are just ridiculous reasons. You can...

This is a complex question that would best be discussed with an attorney. I do not want to dissuade you on the asylum case but an attorney would...

I applied for asylum in 2015 and still waiting for the interview. I am here with my husband and two kids.

The pandemic and the rule to interview newer cases first means that you are probably in for a wait. I wish I had better news. I was an asylum...

Once granted asylum, you have the right to work. As a practical matter, though, it may be difficult to get a potential employer to believe this. ...

The computer system probably hasn't been updated to reflect the new rule of 365 days. Also, because of lawsuits, the state of the law will...

The new rule states that you may not receive employment authorization unless an Asylum Officer or Immigration Judge determines that you fall within...

If you get married, he can apply for you. He should also be sure to file his naturalization application, assuming he qualifies, as early as...

Biometrics

Every once in a while I see a notice telling the applicant that they are going to use previously taken biometrics. If your asylum case has been...