Immigrants & Immigration

This guide explains asylum and refugee status with lists of protections US provides for immigrants persecuted in their home country.

Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about asylum in the US.

Learn about the ways a person can apply for asylum, associated fees, and what happens after someone files.

List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.

Learn about different government assistance programs available for immigrants and the qualifications for those programs.

Resources and information for refugees and asylum seekers arriving in Illinois. Includes information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS), available benefits, and organizations that can help with food, medical care, and legal issues.