immigration services · Columbus, Ohio
Humanitarian Programs
Asylum, TPS, and parole
Humanitarian document preparation covers asylum, TPS, certain parole-related filings, and related work or travel forms. These cases often involve sensitive facts. We help organize documents and prepare forms from information you provide, and we strongly recommend attorney involvement for legal strategy.
Pricing
Flat price quoted after free consultation. Government filing fees are separate from Asal's service fee.
Who this service is for
- ✓ Applicants organizing I-589 asylum packets
- ✓ TPS initial or re-registration filers (I-821)
- ✓ Clients preparing related I-765 or I-131 forms
- ✓ U-visa document organization when working with counsel
How preparation works
- 1
Sensitive intake
We carefully inventory identity documents and notices you choose to share.
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Evidence checklist
We help list supporting documents and translation needs.
- 3
Form preparation support
We prepare form entries from your information and organize exhibits.
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Attorney escalation
We flag issues that should be reviewed by a licensed immigration attorney.
What we provide
Initial consultation with a clear document checklist
USCIS application support based on the information you provide
Supporting document organization and packet assembly
Certified translation coordination for USCIS documents when needed
Application guidance, fee review, and case status tracking help
RFE response help when additional documents are requested
Documents we commonly organize
- ✓ Identity and nationality documents
- ✓ Prior USCIS or court notices
- ✓ Personal evidence you choose to submit
- ✓ Country or incident documents you provide
- ✓ Certified translations
Forms we help with
Select a form to learn what it does, what documents are usually involved, and how the immigration services process works in plain language.
- I-589Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal. Used to apply for asylum in the United States and withholding of removal.Read guide
- I-821Application for Temporary Protected Status. Used to register or re-register for TPS.Read guide
- I-765Application for Employment Authorization. Used by eligible applicants to request an Employment Authorization Document.Read guide
- I-131Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records. Used to request certain travel documents, parole documents, or arrival/departure records.Read guide
- I-918Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status. Used by victims of qualifying criminal activity to request temporary immigration benefits.Read guide
What to bring
- ✓ Valid photo ID, passport, or state ID
- ✓ Social Security card, if applicable
- ✓ Previous immigration documents and USCIS notices
- ✓ Birth certificate with translation, if needed
- ✓ Marriage certificate, if applicable
- ✓ Two passport-style photos when required
- ✓ Government filing fee payment method, if required
Service limitations
- • We do not develop asylum or U-visa legal strategy
- • We do not represent you in immigration court
- • Protection claims and crime-victim petitions need attorney or accredited representative guidance
Asylum, withholding, U-visa, and removal-related matters require licensed legal counsel for strategy and representation.
Frequently asked questions
Should I hire an attorney for asylum?+
Yes for legal strategy. We can help organize documents, but asylum and related protection claims should be reviewed by a licensed immigration attorney or accredited representative.
Related resources
Official sources
Do you need legal advice?
Asal is not a law firm. Cases involving immigration court, criminal history, waivers, prior denials, or legal strategy should be reviewed by a licensed immigration attorney or authorized accredited representative.
Immigration lawyer vs. form preparer in ColumbusCommunities we serve
Our Columbus office serves clients across Central Ohio, including Somali, Arabic-speaking, African, Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Latin American communities.
I-589 help by city
Serving these communities from our Columbus office — not separate branch offices.