Immigration Status
Coverage of U.S. immigration statuses and humanitarian protections including DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and asylum.
Harris Says Asylum Seekers Should Pay Rent, Critics Call It Unfair
Starting late 2025, asylum seekers in government housing may pay rent under Harris’s proposal. The plan intends cost reduction and responsibility but faces opposition over fairness and risks to vulnerable…
Report Highlights Significant Health Inequalities for Hertfordshire Asylum Seekers
Hertfordshire launched the Flourish Mental Health Service in April 2025 for asylum seekers 16 and older, alongside grants…
Migrants Build New Lives in Mexico as U.S. Asylum Doors Close
U.S. asylum restrictions since 2025 block most seekers at the border, while Mexican asylum remains accessible. Migrants face…
US Migrants Seeking Asylum in Canada Surge by 400 Percent
TPS termination in the U.S. has increased asylum claims in Canada by up to 400% in 2025. U.S.…
Migrants Seek Asylum in Mexico Amid US Border Pathway Closures
In 2025, US asylum access at the southern border is closed, forcing migrants to apply in Mexico. Mexico…
Minnesota’s State-Level Support for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in 2025
Minnesota supports refugees admitted before January 27, 2025, with jobs, health care, and legal help. Asylum seekers with…
5 Essential Points to Know Before Applying for U.S. Asylum
Asylum seekers must file Form I-589 within one year of arriving in the U.S. and pay a new…
9 Essential Steps to Prepare for Your DACA Renewal in 2025
In 2025, DACA Renewal requests are accepted only for renewals, not new applicants. File online 4-5 months before…
6 Essential Things to Remember When Filing for Temporary Protected Status
TPS offers temporary protection from deportation and legal work to nationals from designated countries with unsafe conditions. Applying…
9 Key Factors to Consider Before Filing Your Asylum Application
File your asylum application (Form I-589) within one year of U.S. arrival. Gather evidence and prepare for interviews…