Affirmative Asylum Applications

An Affirmative Asylum Application is a legal process through which individuals in the United States seek protection from persecution or fear of persecution in their home country due to factors like race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. This application is made proactively, meaning the person files it even without being in deportation proceedings. If eligible, applicants can receive asylum status, allowing them to stay in the U.S. and eventually apply for permanent residency. This process involves submitting forms, personal statements, and supporting evidence, often with the help of legal counsel.