⚖️ What Is a Credible Fear Interview? The credible fear interview (CFI) is a screening interview conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to determine if an asylum seeker has a significant possibility of establishing eligibility for asylum. 📍 When Does It Occur? Usually at a port of entry or shortly after detention. Required […]

⚖️ What Is an EAD? An Employment Authorization Document (EAD), often called a work permit, allows asylum applicants to legally work in the United States while their asylum application is pending. ✅ Who Qualifies? Individuals who have filed a complete asylum application (Form I-589). Must wait 150 days after filing before applying for an EAD.

⚖️ What Is Asylum? Asylum is a form of protection granted to individuals who have suffered persecution or fear future persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. ✅ Who Is Eligible? To qualify for asylum in the U.S., you must demonstrate: A well-founded fear of persecution in

⚖️ What Is Voluntary Departure? Voluntary Departure allows an individual facing removal to leave the United States voluntarily within a set time frame, instead of receiving a formal deportation order. This can have significant benefits, including: Avoiding a formal removal record Potentially reducing bars to re-entry Preserving eligibility for certain immigration benefits 🕒 When Is

⚖️ What Is Adjustment of Status? Adjustment of Status (AOS) allows certain individuals physically present in the U.S. to apply for lawful permanent resident (green card) status without leaving the country. Even if you are in removal proceedings, you may still qualify to adjust your status if you meet eligibility criteria. 🏛️ Applying During Removal