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USCIS Form I-589: Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal

Filing Fee
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Current Edition
07/28/26
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Category
Humanitarian
USCIS classification
DC / Primary Office
6–60 mo.
Asylum Offices (national)
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What Form I-589 Does

Used to apply for asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture.

Instructions Summary

Edition 07/28/26. Review current official instructions, filing fees, and the appropriate USCIS or Immigration Court filing location before filing. This intake does not determine eligibility or filing deadlines.

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Filing Addresses

Source: USCIS.gov · Addresses subject to change — always verify before mailing
Form I-589 · Mailing addresses by applicant typeConfirm at uscis.gov before filing
Filing TypeAddress
USCIS Asylum Vetting Center (USPS) – affirmative filings
USCIS Asylum Vetting Center P.O. Box 57100 Atlanta, GA 30308
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Current Processing Times by Office

80th percentile · Monthly update
egov.uscis.gov/processing-times · Represents 80% of adjudicated cases over prior 6 months
USCIS Office · 80th percentile of prior 6 monthsClick office for full detail →
USCIS OfficeCategory / SubtypeProcessing TimeReceipt Date for Inquiry
Asylum Offices (national)
All categories
6–60 mo.
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Processing Times
I-589 by Office

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Last updated 2026-10-21 · Source: USCIS · For informational purposes only — not legal advice · Consult an attorney for your specific situation.