How long do I have to remain in the U.S. after getting asylum?
After being granted asylum in the United States, the individuals must remain in the U.S. indefinitely, with some exceptions. Typically, the individuals can travel outside of the U.S., but only for short periods of time. In order to travel abroad, asylum seekers must get permission from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Depending on how long it takes for USCIS to make a decision on the application, it could take up to several months for a decision to be made. If the individual is granted permission to travel abroad, they typically are given permission for a maximum stay of one year. The individual must get more permission if they want to stay abroad longer than a year. If the individual does not plan to stay abroad longer than a year, they must present evidence of their intent to return to the U.S. after their travel abroad. It is important to note that when traveling abroad, an asylee may be subject to a review of their asylee status as part of the standard entry process to re-enter the U.S. Upon returning to the U.S., asylum seekers must continue to remain in the country in order to retain their asylum status. If the individual voluntarily leaves the U.S. or stays outside of the country for more than a year without getting permission from USCIS, they may be at risk of losing their status. It is therefore essential that asylum seekers abide by the law and stay in the country if they want to remain asylees in the United States.
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