Are children eligible to apply for asylum?

Yes, children are eligible to apply for asylum in New Hampshire. In fact, due to the 1980 Refugee Act, children who are persecuted due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, can apply for asylum in the United States. This includes those under the age of 18. In order to apply for asylum, the child must demonstrate that they have a fear of returning to their home country due to persecution. In addition, children seeking asylum must demonstrate that they meet the definition of a refugee, which is a person who is unable or unwilling to return to their home country due to a fear of persecution based on the ust mentioned criteria. Furthermore, in order for a child to successfully apply for asylum, they must demonstrate that they meet the qualifications defined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child as well as the 1951 Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees. In order to make sure a child is appropriately assisted in navigating the asylum process in New Hampshire, they should seek the help of an attorney who specializes in immigrations law, as the process can be complex. Additionally, they might be eligible for help from the Office of Refugee Resettlement. With the help of an experienced attorney and the proper resources, a child should have a fair chance of obtaining asylum in New Hampshire.

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Sí, los niños también son elegibles para solicitar asilo en el estado de New Hampshire, principalmente bajo el marco legal federal. Esto significa que un niño que haya huido de su país de origen para solicitar asilo en los Estados Unidos en New Hampshire debe reunir los criterios establecidos para ser elegible. Los requisitos incluyen ser perseguido por motivos de raza, religión, nacionalidad, miembro de un grupo determinado o tener temor bien fundado de volver a su hogar. Los solicitantes deben presentar pruebas concluyentes de que cumplen con los requisitos para recibir asilo. Los menores de edad también pueden obtener asilo si un pariente cercano que es un adulto cumple con los criterios para protección humanitaria. Si un menor solicita asilo en New Hampshire, el Tribunal de Inmigración determinará si los padres, tutores u otra persona responsable de los niños pueden brindar apoyo para la solicitud de asilo. Si el tribunal encuentra que el niño tiene una razón concluyente para solicitar asilo, entonces se le concederá el estatus de asilo. Es importante que los solicitantes conozcan el proceso para solicitar asilo y sepan cuáles son los requisitos que deben cumplir para ser elegibles. Los menores que deseen solicitar asilo deben contar con la asesoría de profesionales cualificados que los guíen y ayuden durante el proceso.

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