Humanitarian programs

Asylum is a form of protection that allows you to stay in the United States. Get current information on seeking asylum in the USA. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. Know how to prepare for the interview.

Rules for seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border have been changing. Understand the process for the CBP One app, border closings, expedited removal, and the credible fear interview. Find resources to help you near the border.

Are you considering trying to seek asylum in Canada? It is important to know asylum seekers who enter Canada through the border are being refused entry. Learn more about the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA).

Learn who can be resettled in the United States and what benefits resettled refugees get. Know what to expect before, during, and after resettlement to the USA. 

Refugees, asylees, Afghan parolees, and SIV holders can apply to have certain family members join them in the USA. Learn more about family reunification. Find information on this program and how to apply.

U visas offer temporary status to certain immigrant victims of serious crimes. Find information on who can apply. Learn about the application process, as well as getting a work permit and Green Card. Know where to find support.

T visas offer temporary status to certain victims of trafficking. Find information on who can apply. Learn about the application process, as well as getting a work permit and Green Card. Know where to find support. 

The VAWA self-petition offers protection for immigrant victims of domestic violence and abuse. It provides an opportunity to legally stay in the USA. Learn about who qualifies and how to apply. Find help and support.

Uniting for Ukraine is a special parole program for Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion. Parole allows people in urgent need to come to the U.S. temporarily without a visa. Find information on parole, sponsors, eligibility, and how to apply.

Ukrainians paroled in the U.S. between February 24, 2022, and September 30, 2023, are eligible for public benefits and social services. This includes people in the Uniting for Ukraine Program. Learn what these benefits are and how to receive them.

Afghan nationals evacuated to the USA have different immigration statuses. Understand the SIV program, parole, asylum, and other statuses. Learn if you need to take further steps to stay in the USA permanently. Also, find a helpful list of available benefits and services.

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program is not approving first time applications. DACA renewals are still being granted and can be completed by mail or online. Find the latest information.

Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans is a parole program that allows people from certain countries to live and work in the USA temporarily. Learn about the requirements and how to apply. Be aware of travel restrictions that may apply.

The private sponsorship program in the U.S. is called the Welcome Corps. It is a U.S. Department of State program that allows American citizens and permanent residents to voluntarily support refugees. Sponsors can provide refugees with the necessary assistance to start a new life in the USA. Learn about the process and requirements.

Safe Mobility Offices offer a new option to find legal and safe ways to migrate. SMOs help people apply for programs to travel to the USA and other places. Learn where they are located, who they can help, and the process.