an immigrant to the U.S.

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

Learn about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and what to expect if ICE is present in the community.

Learn how about safety planning for immigrant families. Find out what should be included, like emergency contacts, financial plans, and childcare plans, and what else to do to ensure your family's safety.

This FAQ explores Violence Against Women Act ("VAWA") cancellation of removal for abused immigrants in removal proceedings. This will cancel the removal or deportation of an applicant and grant the applicant lawful permanent residence.

Explore frequently asked questions about what to expect when going to the Chicago immigration court, what to bring, the people at court like interpreters, and what help is available at the court.

Learn how immigration court works for detained immigrants: who may see a judge, how to confirm court dates, and what happens at hearings.

Learn how to pay an immigration bond online and update your mailing address after release.

Learn more about what removal proceedings are, who can be deported, what to expect in immigration court, and possible legal options.

This article discusses the most frequently asked questions about U visas.

Explore frequently asked questions about work authorization for noncitizens in the United States. Learn if you qualify for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), how to apply for an EAD, and more.

Learn about WIC, the Women, Infants, and Children federal food assistance program.

This article explains how hiding or erasing your criminal or juvenile record might affect your immigration status.

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

Explains the rights of undocumented immigrant children to access public education.

This article explains how being charged with a crime, being found guilty of a crime, and juvenile offenses can influence an immigration case.

This FAQ explores information on green cards for family members, who can qualify, preference categories and which forms to file.