Form I-589, the Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal, is a critical document for individuals seeking protection in the United States due to fear of persecution in their home country. Asylum is a form of humanitarian relief granted to those who can demonstrate a well-founded fear of persecution based on factors such as race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. This application is a key step for individuals to present their case and seek legal protection in the U.S.

The Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, commonly known as Form I-485, is a critical document used in the United States immigration process. Individuals file this application to adjust their nonimmigrant status to that of a permanent resident (green card holder) if they are eligible.

The Application for Employment Authorization, is a key document in the U.S. immigration process. This document allows eligible individuals to request permission to work in the United States for a specific period. It is commonly used by those with pending asylum applications, individuals in certain visa categories, and those undergoing adjustment of status. The purpose is to grant temporary employment authorization to eligible applicants.

The Application for Naturalization is officially known as Form N-400. It is a crucial document for lawful permanent residents in the United States who are eligible and wish to become U.S. citizens. This application is submitted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and involves demonstrating eligibility, providing biographical information, and undergoing a naturalization interview.

The Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as Form I-90, is used by permanent residents in the United States to request a replacement Green Card. This application is necessary if the existing card has been lost, stolen, damaged, or if there are errors on the card.

The Petition for Alien Relative, officially designated as Form I-130, is a fundamental document used by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to establish the qualifying family relationship with a foreign relative who seeks to immigrate to the United States. This form is a crucial step in the family-based immigration process, serving to demonstrate the familial connection and initiate the immigration journey for the beneficiary.

A FOIA request, or Freedom of Information Act request, is a formal inquiry made by an individual or organization seeking access to government records or information. The FOIA provides the public the right to request records from federal agencies, with certain exemptions for sensitive or classified information.