Refugees and asylum seekers

Some people come to the USA as refugees and asylum seekers. Learn how to apply for asylum in the U.S. Get information on family reunification. Read about being a refugee in the USA and finding help. Understand benefits and programs for Afghan evacuees.

How to apply for asylum in the U.S.

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How to apply for asylum in the U.S.

Get current information about seeking asylum in the U.S. Learn if you can apply for asylum and how to prepare your application. Find information on how to get ready for your asylum interview.

Asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border

Get the latest news about applying for asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border. Learn about Title 42 and MPP, expedited removal, and the credible fear interview. Find resources to help you at the US-Mexico border.

Immigration status and benefits for Afghan evacuees

Immigration status and benefits for Afghan evacuees

Find a guide to the different Afghan status categories for recent arrivals. Learn about the steps to follow for legal immigration status. There are Afghan benefits also available. These include help with cash and healthcare.

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Family reunification for refugees and asylees

Family reunification for refugees and asylees

Refugees and asylees can apply to have some members of their family join them in the USA. Learn about the different types of family reunification.

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Refugee resettlement in the U.S.

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Refugee resettlement in the U.S.

How does resettlement in the United States work? What happens when you are a refugee in the USA? Learn about arriving in the USA as a refugee and find information that will help you understand life in the United States.