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

Filing Fee
$0
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Current Edition
04/01/2024
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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

Filed within one year of arrival in the United States (with limited exceptions) by individuals fearing persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Filed with USCIS for affirmative cases; with the Immigration Court for defensive cases.

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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 2026-09-10 · Source: USCIS · For informational purposes only — not legal advice · Consult an attorney for your specific situation.