Can I file for asylum if I missed the one-year deadline?
I entered the US on B1/B2 in March 2024 and overstayed. I only learned about filing for asylum now, in April 2026 — more than two years after entry. I've heard about the one-year rule.
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How do I get an EAD while waiting on my asylum decision?
I filed I-589 in February 2026. No interview scheduled yet. Savings are running out and I need to work. When can I file for work authorization and which form?
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I have TPS. Should I file for asylum in parallel?
I've had TPS for 5 years. There are rumors that the program for my country may not be renewed. Different lawyers say different things. Should I file I-589?