Understanding Asylum: Common Questions Answered

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Understanding Asylum: Asylum cases come in all shapes and sizes, like a buffet of unfortunate circumstances. Think journalists exposing corruption, activists standing up for human rights, or individuals persecuted for their faith or identity. One memorable case? A DJ who was targeted for playing “western” music. If your situation feels like a page out of an action thriller (but way less fun), you might have a solid asylum claim.

Asylum: Is It Ever Too Late to Seek Help for an Asylum Case?

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Asylum: Deadlines can feel like the ultimate buzz kill , but when it comes to asylum, they don’t always mean the end of the road. Sure, you’re ideally supposed to file within one year of arriving in the U.S. That’s the law. But life happens—maybe you didn’t know the deadline, or maybe something else (like fear, confusion, or just plain overwhelm) kept you from filing.