Refugee Protection Claims
Seek Safety and Start Your New Beginnings in the Canada or USA with Visa Partners
With years of experience in immigration, our refugee and asylum attorneys have helped thousands of individuals & families fleeing from persecution obtain refugee or asylum protection in the United States & Canada.
What is Refugee Protection?
Refugee protection is provided to individuals and families who have fled their home country due to persecution, conflict, or violence. It provides safety and security to individuals who can move back to their country because of persecution, race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.
Asylum vs. Refugee Status
Our expert immigration lawyers can provide assistance with both temporary and permanent applications, for work permits, or residency.
When your future is at stake, hire an expert for any immigration issue you might be facing;
| Feature | Asylum | Refugee Status |
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Definition |
Asylum is a legal protection granted to individuals and families already in a country, fearing persecution upon return. |
A legal status granted to individuals and families outside their country, fearing persecution and unable to return safely. |
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Location
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Asylum is a legal protection granted to individuals and families already in a country, fearing persecution upon return. |
A legal status granted to individuals and families outside their country, fearing persecution and unable to return safely. |
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Application Process |
Application is filed within the host country |
It involves UNHCR or resettlement programs |
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Status |
Temporary protection, often with a pathway to permanent residency |
Permanent protection and residency rights |
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Eligibility |
Demonstrating a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group |
Demonstrating a well-founded fear of persecution and inability to return safely
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Refugee Status Eligibility Criteria: US and Canada
If you want to assess your eligibility for refugee status in the USA and Canada having a asylum and refugee lawyers who understand asylum and refugee law and refugee protection claims in both the countries is crucial:
United States
To obtain refugee status in the United States, you have to demonstrate that you are a refugee as per the U.S law. Which mean you must:
- Be outside your country of nationality or habitual residence
- Be unable or unwilling to return to that country because of persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on:
- Race
- Religion
- Nationality
- Membership in a particular social group
- Political opinion
Canada
For getting a refugee status in Canada, you must:
- Be outside your country of nationality or habitual residence
- Be unable or unwilling to return to that country because of a well-founded fear of persecution based on:
- Race
- Religion
- Nationality
- Membership in a particular social group
- Political opinion
- Gender
- Sexual orientation
- Other reasons similar to the foregoing
Why Choose Us for Refugee or Asylum Protection?
At Visa Partners, we help refugees and immigrants get their rights and stay safely in Canada & USA.
Expertise in Both Jurisdictions
Our team of refugee lawyers helps you understand if you qualify for asylum in the United States and have expertise in the US Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).
Personalized Support
Visa Partners provide services to meet your unique needs, ensuring every aspect of your claim is addressed. We help you get protection in the US or Canada as per your needs.
High Success Rate
With a deep understanding of the legal landscapes, we understand refugee laws in both the countries. We have a proven track record of successful outcomes for our clients.
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