Too old for DACA, choices limited

Jose M., Manhattan You may not qualify for legal status, but you should nevertheless consult with an immigration law expert. Unless you have a parent or spouse who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, your options are limited. However, only an expert can tell you for sure.

Many organizations have developed expertise in immigration law screenings. A screening is a consultation designed to explore every possible way that an undocumented immigrant could qualify for legal status. To get a free screening in New York City, call 311 and ask for ActionNYC. Throughout New York State, readers can get help by calling the state Office of New Americans’ Hotline, (800) 566-7636.

AName withheld You can’t get asylum — that status is only for people in the United States. To return to the United States based on fear of persecution, you would need to enter as a refugee.

AIf you have “firmly resettled” in your current country of residence, you don’t qualify for refugee status. Refugee law considers you firmly resettled in a third country if that country has offered all the rights and benefits of a permanent resident or citizen of that country.