Immigration fees increase

There has been an alarming increase in immigration procedures, such as those for humanitarian protection, asylum applications, and legal immigration channels in the US in general, which are becoming increasingly expensive.

The increase in fees is becoming increasingly costly and puts many people at a crossroads: those who cannot afford the procedure may be left out of the system. New federal fees for work permits and essential procedures are transforming the immigration system into a “pay-to-access” system. Yannick Gill, Senior Advisor at Human Rights First, talks about this increase and its impact.

What consequences could those who do not have enough money to pay for these procedures face? Let’s hear from Yannick Gill, Senior Advisor on Refugee Issues at Human Rights First.

He also says that this situation is generating fear. He believes that this policy is for the rich. He talks about what can happen if immigrants cannot afford to pay for an asylum application. Yannick Gill, Senior Advisor at Refuge, Human Rights First, talks about the purpose of these measures by the Trump administration.

But who can afford these fee increases? According to Yannick Gill, Senior Advisor at Refuge, Human Rights First, almost no one seeking asylum will be able to do so. He reminds us that payment does not guarantee that permission or a visa will be granted.

Yannick Gill, Senior Advisor on Refuge at Human Rights First, explains that the organization works to support applicants.