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The document is the I-589 application form for asylum and withholding of removal, issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services under the Department of Homeland Security. It outlines the process for individuals seeking asylum in the United States due to fear of persecution based on race, religion, political opinion, nationality, or membership in a particular social group. The form requires detailed personal information about the applicant, their family members, and their reasons for seeking asylum, including past experiences of harm or mistreatment and fears of future persecution.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the I-589 application in the editor.
Begin with Part A.I, providing your personal information. Fill in your Alien Registration Number, Social Security Number, and complete your name as required.
Continue by detailing your residence in the U.S., including street address, city, state, and zip code. Ensure accuracy as this is crucial for processing.
In Part A.II, provide information about your spouse and children if applicable. If you have more than four children, use Supplement A for additional details.
Move to Part A.III to list your background information including previous addresses and education history. Use Supplement B for any additional details needed.
In Part B, articulate the basis of your asylum claim clearly and provide detailed accounts of any past harm or mistreatment you or your family faced.
Finally, review all sections thoroughly before signing in Part D to certify that all information is accurate and true.

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What is the I-589 form used for?

Use this form to apply for asylum in the United States and for withholding of removal (formerly called withholding of deportation). You may file for asylum if you are physically present in the United States and you are not a U.S. citizen.

How long does it take for Form I-589 to be approved?

Every year people come to the United States seeking protection because they have suffered persecution or fear that they will suffer persecution due to: Race. Religion. Nationality. Membership in a particular social group. Political opinion.

What happens after submitting I-589?

We will accept your Form I-589, send it to the EOIR immigration court where your proceedings are pending, and notify you by mail. EOIR will adjudicate your Form I-589. The date USCIS receipted your Form I-589 will serve as the filing date for the purpose of the asylum one-year filing deadline.

What is an I-589 form?

A decision should be made on your asylum application within 180 days after the date you filed your application unless there are exceptional circumstances. For more information about the step-by-step asylum process, see the Affirmative Asylum Process page. Where Can I Find the Law on Asylum?