Attend an initial interview with an asylum officer, which can take several months to schedule.

Wait for a decision on your asylum application, which can take several months or even years.

If your application is denied, you may be able to appeal the decision, which can add additional time to the process.

The asylum process can take months to years, depending on case complexity, backlog, and interviews. Affirmative cases may take over a year; defensive cases can take even longer.