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\n \n Asylum and Refugee Law\n <\/h1>\n \n Every year, conflict, war, pandemic, and well-founded fear of persecution displace millions of individuals from their home countries.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Asylum and refugee law protects people who cannot return to their home countries because of persecution or serious danger. Understanding how U.S. law defines refugees and asylees\u2014and how the application process works\u2014is the first step toward seeking protection.<\/p>\n

FindLaw’s Asylum and Refugee Law section provides an overview of eligibility rules, application procedures, and what happens after you file for asylum in the U.S. You’ll also learn how an immigration attorney<\/a> can help with this process, and how to find legal help in your area.<\/p>\n

Use the menus below to navigate to the most relevant topic, or scroll down to learn more about asylum in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Refugee and Asylum Basics\n \n <\/i>\n <\/span>\n <\/button>\n <\/h2>\n \n