Which statement about asylum processing is true?

• A. Asylum is sought after arrival to the U.S. or at a port of entry
• B. Asylum is sought only while outside the U.S.
• C. Asylum is granted automatically at border
• D. Asylum requires an employer

Answer: (A)

Asylum processing lets someone request protection if they fear persecution in their home country. You can make that claim after you arrive in the United States or at a U.S. port of entry when you’re seeking admission. It is not automatic at the border—you must go through a review process to establish eligibility. There’s no requirement to have an employer. In practice, you may pursue the asylum claim through the affirmative path with USCIS or defensively in immigration court if you’re already in removal proceedings.