Prior to Trump’s announcement, asylum seekers in the United States had several alternatives to using the CBP One application, although it is not yet clear whether they will be viable under the new policies. Asylum seekers could present themselves at a U.S. port of entry and declare their intent to apply for asylum, which involved wait times or detention, depending on the circumstances. They also could be processed directly by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at border crossings or checkpoints.
Those already in the United States had the option of filing Form I-589 with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This asylum application was to be filed within one year of arrival, barring exceptional circumstances. However, Trump could impose a policy of zero tolerance for illegal migrants and deport them without them being able to file the form.
Among the alternatives available to some migrants (depending on their country of origin) is to apply for humanitarian parole for urgent cases or to attempt to enter the United States with a valid visa.
Humanitarian parole is a temporary immigration status granted by the U.S. government to individuals who need to enter the country for urgent humanitarian reasons or for significant public benefit. It is typically used in emergency cases for a critical humanitarian purpose, such as medical treatment, family reunification, or the need for essential assistance in disaster relief efforts, among other situations where denial of entry would cause hardship to the applicant.
Asylum seekers could also seek assistance from legal aid organizations and NGOs, which offer guidance, legal advice and help with the application process. Similarly, it is recommended to consult an immigration lawyer to navigate the complex legal landscape and choose the best path based on individual circumstances.
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