he Asylum Manualis intended for a wide readership that includes immigration attorneys, legal aid providers, law students, advocates, and asylum seekers themselves. It covers the foundational legal principles of asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT), as well as the practical steps required in each stage of the process. From the filing of Form, I-589 to credible fear interviews, court procedures, and legal standards for persecution, this book balances doctrinal precision with real-world application. Where appropriate, it incorporates citations to statutes, regulations, federal case law, and agency guidance, including up-to-date policy changes as of May 2025. In addition, visual tools such as comparative tables and flowcharts are included to simplify otherwise intricate legal distinctions