We're happy to hear that you saw this before renewing your passport! You can still travel, just be sure to apply for and travel on the Refugee Travel Document instead. Safe travels!

Hello Hasan. We are sorry to hear about your experience. If you traveled with a refugee travel document and still meet the definition of asylee the border agent should not have asked for your country of origin's passport. It's possible the border agent was new and did not understand the rules. It's best to carry a printout of the rules/laws from the CBP website that you can hand the officer upon entry if they question your status. I assume your country of origin is not Germany otherwise that may be what caused the problem. If you'd like to schedule a consultation with us to discuss how you can travel again in the future please email us at info@alightlegal.com

How did you get the travel documents? what is it called and how to apply?? I want to visit my family too bro.

@@ahmedsgallery3507 information on applying for the Refugee Travel Document is found here: www.uscis.gov/i-131. If you would like assistance you can email info@alightlegal.com to schedule a consultation.

@@ahmedsgallery3507 I-131 , if you are asylee and visit the country you fleed from, your entrance back to US could be denied

@@hasinxx I'm not going back there hell no. I'm visiting another country that's the point.

While we are licensed to advise on in immigration to the U.S., we are not licensed to practice in Mexico. However in general, Mexico has its own requirements for entering - which typically requires a valid passport or travel document. Be sure to research inbound and outbound requirements for traveling, or seek out a personalized consultation.

You can fly domestically without issue. For travel abroad as an asylee, you'll have to have a refugee travel document. I am not sure if special rules apply to flight attendants, and it likely depends on the country of entry, but some countries allow entry on a refugee travel doc without a visa, and others require visas.

As described in the video, that is the purpose of the refugee travel document.

Here is the fee calculator: www.uscis.gov/feecalculator. An asylee should apply for the Refugee Travel Document

Generally if someone's status is based on asylum, they should travel on a refugee travel document. Even as a dependent, there can be issues traveling on a green card and home country's passport, so it's helpful for the person to understand the risks before taking them.

Hello, that is an impossible question to answer in a general forum. If you would like to consult with one of our attorneys about your options, please email us to schedule a consultation.

Hello, it is impossible for an attorney to advise you on the risks or problems you might face without a more detailed review of your and the primary applicant's history. If you would like a personalized consultation, you can email our legal team.

Returning to your home country, regardless of the reason, can cause problems coming back to the U.S. as an asylee or green card holder based on asylum. We recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss the specifics of your situation before deciding to travel. You contact us at info@alightlegal.com.

You are welcome, and glad you found it helpful. Typically it is ok to travel to nearby or neighboring countries.

Thank you so much I was waiting for this answer, happy new year dear.

how long did it take you to get your green card? meaning while being approved asylum how long it took you after applying for green card?

The I-131 application is free to file with an I-485 receipt notice. We cannot advise on the precise risks or if you should wait without a more comprehensive review of your history. All processing times can be found here - it varies based on which office is reviewing your case: egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/. If you would like an individualized assessment and advice, please feel free to email info@alightlegal.com and request a consultation.

It took me 2 years for me to get the greencard

It is not an automatic refusal or denial of asylum if the passport is renewed. It's fact and case specific, and sometimes officer / adjudicator specific.

Can you also let me know how long is it taking for the interviews in 2023? We filed our asylum in Feb 2022.@@alightlegalimmigration6701

We are not able to advise on the immigration laws of other countries. If you are unable to enter on a refugee travel document, then it is not advisable to try and enter that country.

Please, can I ask you a question. So your friend used passport from her country and then she returned back to USA and everything is ok? Thank you!!

@@veronikaderii9119 yes, she was asked many questions in that private room, but they let her in.

@@sadfishchannel3298 Im travelling to Mexico with my two babies (they are American citizens) without this travel document. Im so scared to not be able to be back. My wife stays there, so I hope it helps. Thank you for your answer!!

@@veronikaderii9119 you need to have something to return back to US. That’s for sure. Visa, passport or travel document

Yes, that's the purpose of a refugee travel document. It takes the place of a passport. You'll need to research entry requirements for the country you wish to travel to, because there are a few that will not accept refugee travel documents, and some require a visa in addition to the travel document, just as they would if you had a passport

Hello, you were able to travel to Canada only with your green card, I also want to do the same, I don't know if there is a problem? I have a green card from asylum too.

Payments are always immediately processed. It does not indicate how quickly they will adjudicate the case.

?? Please reply

Traveling back to one's home country from which they claimed fear of persecution can raise red flags, even if you return as a citizen. Visiting one's home country is not without risk, though the risk may be low depending on the circumstances of the case.

Derivative asylees have the same requirements as principal asylees and must apply for and travel with a Refugee Travel Document.

We cannot give specific advice since we do not know the details, but generally as long as an Asylee does not return to their home country, does not travel on their passport, and uses a refugee travel document, it should not put their status at risk. There are always, "but ifs" - so you can seek out a personalized consultation if you have concerns.

It’s safe it doesn’t matter if it’s near by. Unless you travel to you’re home county .

If your case goes beyond processing times then you can file an inquiry, and if you have specific travel needs, you can try a request to expedite. The processing times are found here: egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

Possibly, it depends on a lot of factors which process and options would be best for you and your spouse. To understand the options based on your exact situation, and your spouse's I would recommend a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney.

Hello Predrag. Apologize for the delayed response. Most countries accept RTD but you still may need a visa to travel there. There are a few unofficial websites that list countries that accept RTD. However, rules/regulations are always changing so it's always best to check the official embassy website for the country you wish to travel to.

@@AlightLegalPLLC Thank you for the response. If I want to apply for a visa, does that mean I have to use my passport or they will put a visa on my RTD?

@@Peca753 visas will be added to the RTD

Will you clarify what your question is?

@@alightlegalimmigration6701 my asylum is still pending and I have a 10years green card through marriage .can I travel to my home country?.thanks for your response

@@agnesnduma4045 I would not recommend it because it can call your I-589 into question and they may try to accuse you of filing a frivolous asylum application.

@aishah abdelnoor a person who is married to a US Citizen is able to eligible for citizenship after 3 years of marriage if they're still married to the USC. So it can be a faster process than through asylum.