After your asylum interview, the officer will review your case, including your testimony, supporting documents, and background checks. A decision is not usually issued immediately. You will typically be asked to return to the asylum office in about two weeks to receive the decision in person, although processing times can vary depending on the complexity of your case.

After the asylum interview, USCIS conducts final security checks and may consult supervisory officers before issuing a decision. You’ll usually be given a notice indicating when and how to collect your decision. If your case is referred to immigration court, it means your asylum was not granted by USCIS, but you still have the opportunity to present your case before a judge.