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UNDERSTANDING THE DISTINCTION: AFFIRMATIVE VS. DEFENSIVE ASYLUM APPLICATIONS

April 16, 2024
Cambridge Immigration Law

UNDERSTANDING THE DISTINCTION: AFFIRMATIVE VS. DEFENSIVE ASYLUM APPLICATIONS In the complex landscape of immigration law, seeking asylum in the United States can take two distinct routes: affirmative and defensive asylum applications. These pathways represent crucial distinctions in the process of obtaining asylum status and navigating the intricate legal framework designed to protect individuals fleeing persecution Read More

Filed Under: Article Tagged With: CAT, defensive asylum, Cambridge Immigration Law, green card, US citizenship, asylum, affirmative asylum, asylum application

UNVEILING THE PATH TO ASYLUM: EMPOWERING LIVES THROUGH WORK PERMITS

February 27, 2024
Cambridge Immigration Law

UNVEILING THE PATH TO ASYLUM: EMPOWERING LIVES THROUGH WORK PERMITS Embarking on the journey to asylum in the United States is a profound step towards freedom for those escaping persecution. This comprehensive guide navigates the intricate waters of asylum-seeking, shedding light on the vital connection between asylum and work permits for a stable future. Asylum serves as a beacon of hope, providing international Read More

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: asylum to permanent residency, US work permit, work permit, immigration, immigration law, asylum

Eligibility to Apply for a Green Card as a Refugee or Asylee

October 26, 2016
Cambridge Immigration Law

If you were granted a refugee or asylee status by the US, 1 year after your entry to the US as a refugee or asylee you become eligible to apply for a green card/permanent resident status. 1 year after being admitted to the US, refugees are required by law to apply for a permanent resident status. Although the asylees are not required to apply for a permanent resident status 1 year after being granted asylum status Read More

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: green card, asylee, asylum, eligibility, permanent resident status, refugee

2-Year Employment Authorization Now Available for Asylum Applicants

October 19, 2016
Cambridge Immigration Law

If you are an asylum applicant and applied for your employment authorization for the first time or renewing your existing employment authorization on or after October 5, 2016, the validity period of employment authorization is now increased from 1 year to 2 years by the USCIS. Read More

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: extension, pending, asylee, asylum, authorization, employment, I-765, validity, work

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