Asylum and Protection

This information explains how people granted asylum or refugee status can apply for their spouse and children to also get status. There is a time limit to do this. 

Fact sheet explaining the rights of asylees and refugees to work and what documents they can present to prove that eligibility.

Information from USCIS about who is eligible for asylum and how to apply.

Information from USCIS about eligibility for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for some abused, abandoned, or neglected children and how to apply

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations and forms to apply or renew

Learn more about what asylum is and the process for applying. 

The Unaccompanied Children Resource Center offers free help and information for advocates and immigrants.  Scroll down at this link for information about who can stay in the United States, how to take good care of your case, what happens in immigration court, and living in the United States.

Immi is an online screening tool and legal information website, also available in Spanish, that helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options. It is free and confidential. Start by completing the online interview to understand your immigration options. At the end, you will receive personalized results that explain your immigration options, as well as why you might qualify and potential risks.  Or browse the Learning Center for information about your rights and about different types of immigration status.