Immigration Attorney in Orlando

What is asylum?

Asylum may be granted to a non-citizen who is already in the U.S., who is unwilling or unable to return to their home country as the result of a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, social status, political opinion or nationality. Being granted asylum will mean that the person can live and work in the U.S. The person will also be able to apply for permanent resident status one year after asylum is granted. An applicant may include his or her spouse and any unmarried children under the age of 21 on the application, if the spouse and children are in the U.S.

If you do not qualify for asylum but are in real fear of torture upon returning to your home country, you may be able to apply for consideration under the Torture Convention. An Orlando immigration lawyer at our offices can talk to you about your various options in order to make the safest and best decision.

Apply for Asylum with a Lawyer at Our Orlando Law Firm by Your Side

You may apply for asylum at a port-of-entry, such as a seaport, airport or border crossing or within one year of your arrival in the U.S. If a year has passed since you entered the United States, you may still be eligible to apply if the conditions in your country or your personal situation has changed in such a way as to make you eligible for asylum. Eligibility will be decided based upon the information on your application and from an interview with an Immigration Judge or Asylum Officer. An attorney can help ensure that your application is filed properly, with all pertinent information, and that your case is properly presented at your interview. This is crucial if you are to have the best opportunity at having your application approved.

For help in seeking asylum, contact an Orlando immigration attorney at our firm.