Asylum Laws

Asylum laws provide protection to individuals fleeing persecution or serious harm in their home countries due to factors like race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. To seek asylum, a person must apply in the country where they seek refuge, demonstrating a well-founded fear of persecution. If granted, they receive permission to stay and may eventually gain legal status or citizenship. Countries have their own procedures and criteria, but the principle of asylum is rooted in international human rights, aiming to ensure safety for those in dire situations.