Asylum is a an option that foreign nationals may utilize to legally remain within the United States due to reasons related to their home country such as past persecution or the fear of future persecution for things related to ethnicity and race, sexual orientation, political ideology, religion, membership in particular social groups and more. Foreign nationals who are currently located or will soon be arriving in the United States are eligible to apply for Asylum, either by asking for Asylum at the point of entry for arriving foreign nationals, or filing an Application for Asylum as well as a Withholding of Removal within one year of arrival.
At Valdez Law Firm, our experienced California asylum attorneys handle asylum, refugee and temporary protected status (TPS) petitions, and we know how to prepare them to give you the best chance at success. If you fear persecution in your native country, do not hesitate to contact our dedicated California asylum attorneys to schedule an appointment.
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Who is eligible to apply for asylum?
Individuals who are in the United States may be granted asylum on a discretionary basis if it is determined that the applicant has suffered past persecution or has a “well-founded fear of persecution” on account of:
- race,
- religion,
- nationality,
- membership in a social group, or
- political opinion in their country of origin.
People seeking asylum must establish their persecution on at least one of these five grounds. Asylum applications must be filed within one year after entry into the United States, with some exceptions being granted for extraordinary circumstances. Our seasoned California asylum attorneys can also advise you on the legal requirements for refugee status as well.
Temporary Protected Status
Anyone whose life or freedom would be threatened in his or her own country on account of one of the five enumerated grounds of asylum is protected from removal under United States and international law. The United States offers Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to individuals from countries that have suffered natural disasters or that are undergoing war or severe civil unrest, forcing the displacement of citizens of that country. Temporary Protected Status is effective as long as the conditions persist in the country in question.
The Asylum Application Process
The asylum application process can be complicated and confusing, especially for foreign nationals who are not familiar with similar processes and procedures within the United States government. To allow for the greatest opportunity at success, you are encouraged to enlist the services of an experienced California asylum attorney who can guide you through the process as smoothly as possible while providing you with a level of understanding of your situation that you may not have otherwise been able to find.
Grounds for U.S. Asylum: You must have been persecuted in the past, or fear future persecution, because of your race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. Your government also must be unable or unwilling to protect you.
“Particular social group” claims can be based on sexual identity / preference, domestic violence, gender killings, statelessness, family relationships, business / wealth and several other scenarios. We stay updated about the different types of asylum cases that have been granted, so clients may take advantage of new parameters.
Grounds for withholding of removal / deportation: You must show a 51% or greater likelihood of future persecution because of your race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. Your government also must be unable or unwilling to protect you.
Grounds for Convention Against Torture protection: You must show a 51% or greater likelihood that you or a third person will be tortured for the purposes of punishment or to obtain information, and that your government will acquiesce to the torture.
Need Assistance with Pursuing Asylum in California?
Our California asylum attorneys are dedicated to helping foreign nationals realize their own American dreams by working hard to provide clients with the highest level of immigration services available. At Valdez Law Firm, our seasoned California asylum attorneys understand how devastating a denied application for asylum can be, and can greatly reduce your risk of denial by making sure all proper paperwork is filed and that the process goes as smooth as possible. We keep our clients updated on the status of their case in a variety of ways including via the web, emails and telephone calls.
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