Asylum Application Document Preparation

What this form is used for

Form I-589 asks for your personal background, your account of why you are seeking protection, and information about any prior immigration or court history. The application is legally significant, and it should be prepared with the guidance of a qualified legal professional.

Who may generally use this form

• People who are in the United States and wish to request asylum, generally within the deadline set by current rules
• Applicants who are working with a licensed attorney, accredited representative, or approved legal services organization for the legal content of the claim
• Anyone needing administrative help with typing, formatting, and organizing the documents they provide
• We do not assess whether you qualify for asylum, and we cannot advise you what to write in your statement

Documents commonly requested

• Government-issued identification, passport, and any entry documents you have
• Form I-94 arrival or parole record, if issued
• Your personal statement and supporting evidence, prepared with your legal representative
• Country condition reports, news articles, or country information your representative recommends
• Any prior immigration applications, notices, or court documents
• Translations and certifications for documents not in English
• Dependent family member information, if they are included in the application

How our document preparation works

1. 1We confirm which parts of the form we can help type and format
2. 2You provide the information exactly as you want it presented, with your representative’s guidance
3. 3We type, format, and assemble the documents into a clean, complete package
4. 4We review formatting and consistency with you, leaving legal content decisions to your representative
5. 5You or your representative files the application and monitors the deadline

How the USCIS process generally works