- Asylum seekers and refugees are individuals who seek protection in a foreign country due to fear of persecution or harm in their home country.
- Asylum is a form of international protection granted to individuals already in the host country or at its border, while refugees are individuals who have been recognized as needing protection and resettlement outside their home country.
- To qualify for asylum, individuals must demonstrate a well-founded fear of persecution based on factors such as race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
- The process involves applying for asylum and undergoing a thorough evaluation of the applicant’s circumstances to determine eligibility.
Refugees and Asylum | USCIS
