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Individuals granted asylum affirmatively

Country of nationality — Afghanistan (persons)
In 2021 (most recent) there were 104 individuals granted asylum affirmatively in the United States for Afghanistan (country of nationality). This increased by 64 or 160.00% from 2020.
  • Highest: 155 in 2015
  • Lowest: 40 in 2020
Data table
YearAfghanistan
2021104
202040
201976
201875
201790
201684
2015155
2014103
201394
2012149
Sources
Agency
The Department of Homeland Security
Source
Immigration Yearbook
Last updated at USAFacts

May 23, 2023

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