Can You Request Asylum at the U.S. Border?
When and how to request asylum before having actually entered the U.S. with a visa at a border, airport, or other entry point.
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How Many People Can Get U.S. Asylum?
U.S. immigration law doesn't set a limit on the number of people granted asylum each year, but the president does set a limit on refugees.
Updated 06/10/2026
Asylee vs. Refugee: Application & Procedural Differences
Asylees and refugees both seek the same thing: asylum in the United States. However, the procedure to apply is slightly different for each.
How to Prepare and Submit a Refugee Application to the U.S.
Follow these six steps to prepare, complete, and submit your refugee application form and required documents to get refugee status in the U.S..
Types of U.S. Work Visas (Immigrant and Nonimmigrant)
Summaries of some of the most frequently obtained U.S. employment-based visas, both temporary and permanent.
Updated 06/08/2026