By Maribel Velazquez
The Trump administration announced new measures that will directly impact those seeking asylum, in a move that tightens the conditions of the immigration system.
According to official information from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)an interim rule was issued to apply changes derived from HR 1known as the One Immense Shapely Bill Act. Among the most relevant modifications, the introduction of new fees and requirements for asylum seekers.
The measure was implemented through the USCIS, which had already published a notice in the Federal Register in July 2025 about the charging a fee for Form I-589, used to request asylum or suspension of deportation. Added to this is now a “annual asylum fee” (AAF)which must be paid each year while the application is pending.
The new scheme establishes severe consequences for those who do not comply with this payment. If the applicant does not cover the fee within 30 days of notification, their case may be rejected. Additionally, if the person does not have staunch status in the country, a deportation process would begin.
The implications don’t end there. In case of rejection, Any work permit application will also be canceled associated with the asylum process, and those who already had work authorization will lose it immediately.
DHS argues that these measures seek increase funding for defend a watch on immigration operations and ensure that applicants cover the costs of services. However, These types of policies could limit access to asylumespecially for people in weak situations.
In addition to the new quota, the rule includes other relevant changes: The government will keep the fees paid even if an application is rejected for errorsand the period of work authorization for beneficiaries of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) will be limited to a maximum of one year or the remaining time of the program.
The regulations will come into force on May 29, 2026and authorities will receive public comments until June 29. From that date, any application that does not meet the new requirements will be automatically rejected.
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