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Individuals granted asylum affirmatively

Region of nationality — South America (persons)
In 2021 (most recent) there were 1,880 individuals granted asylum affirmatively in the United States for South America (region of nationality). This decreased by 1,753 or 48.25% from 2020.
  • Highest: 6,687 in 2019
  • Lowest: 505 in 2016
Data table
YearSouth America
20211,880
20203,633
20196,687
20186,213
2017675
2016505
2015895
2014589
2013825
20121,328
Sources
Agency
The Department of Homeland Security
Source
Immigration Yearbook
Last updated at USAFacts

May 23, 2023

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