05/27/2026
Attention asylum seekers: URGENT action may be required by Friday, May 29, 2026!
Did you file an affirmative asylum petition (Form I-589) with USCIS?
Is your case still pending without a final decision?
Did you receive an “Annual Asylum Fee Notice” from USCIS with amount required for $100?
If yes, you are required to pay the Annual Asylum Fee by Friday, May 29, 2026.
What happens if I don’t pay the AAF by Friday, May 29, 2026?
If you fail to pay within 30 days of the receipt notice date, your asylum application will likely be denied, your work permit will be cancelled, and USCIS will refer your case to immigration court with a Notice to Appear (NTA), which starts the deportation process.