How Will The Asylum Officer Make The Decision About Whether To Grant Me Asylum?
The Asylum Officer will evaluate your testimony, the information you provide on your application, and any supplementary materials you submit to determine if you are a refugee and whether any mandatory bars apply. The Asylum Officer will consider country condition information from reliable sources and will consider the relevant law found in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the regulations found in Title 8 of the Code of Federal Regulations, and case law. The Asylum Officer will also evaluate the credibility of your claim.
Other Seeking Asylum in the USA FAQs
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How Do I Obtain Refugee Status?
A: U.S. immigration law provides for giving refugee status and asylum status to persons who have a well-founded fear of persecution on account of race, … More -
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Who Is Eligible For Asylum And How Might I Apply?
A: Asylum may be granted to people who are arriving in or already physically present in the United States. To apply for asylum in the United States, you may ask … More
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