Missing the Annual Asylum Fee Could Put Your Asylum Case at Risk.
If you have a pending asylum application, there is a new annual asylum fee requirement that may apply to your case.
Recent immigration decisions make clear that failing to timely pay the required Annual Asylum Fee after you are ordered or notified to do so can result in your asylum application being dismissed or treated as abandoned.
Many people representing themselves may not know:
- Whether the annual fee applies to their case.
- When the fee is due.
- Which agency (USCIS, Immigration Court, or the BIA) is responsible for notifying them.
- What can happen if the deadline is missed.
A simple misunderstanding or missed notice could have serious consequences.
If you have a pending asylum case and do not have an attorney, now is a good time to review your case and make sure you understand your obligations, including any fee requirements.
Every case is different. Do not assume that information you find online applies to your situation.
If you have questions about your pending asylum case, consult with a qualified immigration attorney before missing an important deadline.
This post is for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice.
