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Review protection options with care

These pathways address specific circumstances and are not substitutes for work or family visas.

Asylum

Persecution tied to a protected ground; deadlines can be critical.

VAWA, U and T

Qualifying survivors of abuse, crime or trafficking.

TPS and parole

Depend on current designations and discretion.

Refugee and S

Distinct processes; S requires government involvement.

What to bring

We discuss safe communication and urgent deadlines first. Do not send sensitive narratives or identity documents through a general website form.

Proposed legal fee

Asylum $6,000–$12,000; VAWA $5,000–$9,000; U/T $6,000–$10,000; TPS $1,000–$2,000; parole $3,000–$6,000. Government charges and screening are separate.

Can a protection filing replace a work or family visa?

No. Each pathway has its own eligibility requirements and evidence.

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Reference: USCIS humanitarian