Immigration Resources


  • USCIS:
    The USCIS, or the United States Citizen and Immigration Service, is a department within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The USCIS was created by the Homeland Security
    Act of 2002. The USCIS consists of
    approximately 15,000 employees and 250 field offices around the world.
  • US Visa Appointment Reservation System- system for booking non-immigrant USA visa interviews.
  • SSA.gov- US social securty card information & resources
  • USA Embassies- list of US embassies around the world
  • Office of Authentication- document authentification information & services
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Asylum in the U.S.


by lauraj on Aug.01, 2009, under Asylum, Deportation, Law and Policy

What is asylum and who qualifies?

Asylum was created for those individuals already residing in the U.S. who need protection from persecution in their home country due to their race, religion, nationality or political views. The asylum program also applies to individuals that are seeking asylum at a port of entry to the United States who can prove that they have just cause. Asylum is applicable to any individual regardless of their home country or their immigration status. Even if an immigrant has entered the U.S. illegally, they are still eligible to apply for asylum and present their case. The asylum process can be complex and time consuming; therefore, it is essential to have an immigration attorney that is experienced and knowledgeable with asylum policies and procedures.

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