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ahmad hassan

Posted 7 months ago

User

What is the difference between asylum and refugee status please?

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isabella fernando

Answered 7 months ago

User

Both asylum and refugee status provide protection for individuals fleeing persecution

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sebastine ximena

Answered 7 months ago

User

Asylum is for individuals already in the US who fear persecution.

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carlos adriana

Answered 7 months ago

User

Refugee status is for individuals outside the US who fear persecution.

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Azra Aziza

Answered 7 months ago

User

Refugees go through a more extensive vetting process before being admitted to the US.

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Aya Azyah

Answered 7 months ago

User

Asylum applicants file Form I-589 with USCIS.

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Raj Patel

Answered 7 months ago

User

Asylum is sought inside the U.S.; refugee status is applied for from outside the country.


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