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Getting Started: Overview of Credible/Reasonable Fear Process

The first step in representing asylum applicants in their credible or reasonable fear interviews is understanding what these interviews are, how they work, and how they fit into the entire asylum process.



Practice
Guide

Vindicating the Rights of Asylum Seekers at the Border and Beyond

Urban Justice Center, Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project
This excellent guide provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the credible fear interview process.

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USCIS Q&A on Credible Fear Screening

USCIS
This Q&A by USCIS provides some important information about credible fear interviews