Asylees

Asylees are individuals who have fled their home country due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. They seek protection in another country and are granted asylum if their claim is accepted. The process of seeking asylum is governed by international and national laws, aiming to provide refuge to those who cannot return to their homeland without facing serious harm.

To be granted asylum, an individual must demonstrate a credible fear of persecution. This fear must be objectively reasonable and linked to one of the protected grounds. Asylum seekers typically apply for protection upon arrival in a country or shortly thereafter. The application process can be lengthy and involves interviews, evidence submission, and legal proceedings. If approved, an asylee is granted the right to live and work in the host country, often with a pathway to permanent residency and eventual citizenship.

Asylum is a humanitarian protection mechanism, distinct from refugee status which is typically determined outside the country of refuge. While both aim to protect individuals fleeing persecution, asylum is sought within a country's borders. The term "asylee" specifically refers to someone who has been granted asylum by a country. Providing asylum is a commitment made by signatory nations to uphold international human rights principles.