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Individuals granted asylum affirmatively

(Person)
Frequency

Yearly

In 2021 (most recent) there were 10,325 Individuals granted asylum affirmatively in the United States. This decreased by 6,038 or 36.90% from 2020.
  • Highest: 26,979 in 2019
  • Lowest: 10,325 in 2021
Data table
YearIndividuals granted asylum affirmatively
202110,325
202016,363
201926,979
201824,543
201715,815
201611,620
201517,807
201414,425
201314,890
201216,871
Sources
Agency
The Department of Homeland Security
Source
Immigration Yearbook
Last updated at USAFacts

August 28, 2023

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