Many of them will be barred forever from applying for asylum as of April 1, 1998. All services are confidential.
All initial consultations are free.
For low-income persons, attorneys will be able to assist them with their applications free of charge. U nder current United States law regarding refugees, sexual orientation may provide the basis for a valid claim for asylum in this country. Asylum status essentially entitles an individual to work legally in the U.S. and to apply for permanent legal residence. If you are a gay man, lesbian or transgendered person from a country other than United States, you may be likely be eligible for asylum. J ust being gay or lesbian does not qualify you for asylum.