Recent events back home have made daily life feel unpredictable and unsafe, especially as tensions and economic collapse continue to worsen. Friends have been threatened, jobs have disappeared, and access to basic services has become unreliable. I am from Lebanon and currently in the United States, trying to understand whether what I experienced could qualify me for asylum. I fear returning because of instability and targeted risks tied to my background. What does the asylum process look like, and what kind of proof would matter most?

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Zubair Qureshi · Accepted Answer

Asylum is based on showing a well-founded fear of persecution, not just general hardship. Your claim must connect the danger to factors like political opinion, religion, or another protected ground.

Sibongile Mthembu · Answer

Country conditions in Lebanon may support an asylum case, but personal risk must be clearly shown. General economic collapse alone is usually not enough.

Kazuo Tanaka · Answer

You will need evidence such as personal statements, news reports, and any records of threats or harm. Timing also matters, since asylum applications are generally expected within one year of arrival. Interviews and detailed questioning are part of the process. An experienced asylum attorney can help present your story clearly and lawfully.

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