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Asylum application: Julián needs $1,500 before the deadline
Julián needs $1,500 for filing fees and representation in an asylum application before the October deadline.
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I'm facing an asylum application. My hearing is scheduled for October, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,500. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline.
I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at the Madrid Community Legal Centre has confirmed that my case is valid.
If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know.
I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along.
The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed.
Where the $1,500 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $890
• Filing and biometrics fees: $440
• Certified translations and document copies: $110
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $60
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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“Wishing you the best. I'm in Onitsha, thinking of you.”
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“Praying for you. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Columbia”
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“Hope the October deadline works out. - Kikuyu”
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“Hope this helps. Thought of Julián all day after reading this. - Los Angeles”
- Caroline Lucy Mrema 🇰🇪 · $37
“Get well soon. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Nakuru”
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“Happy to help. Small amount but sent with love. - Santos”
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“Wishing you the best. Thought of Julián all day after reading this. - Rome”
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wishing you peace, Julián. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Shinjuku.
Keep going, Julián. Hope this works out for you. God bless.
You're not alone. I hope things turn around soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Hubballi.
Stay strong, Julián. Shared it with a few friends. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Coimbatore.
thanks for sharing this, Julián. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Jakarta Selatan
Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Rawalpindi so I could bring a meal. All the best.
Best of luck, Julián. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Take care.
Sending love. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.
Hope things get better soon. Hope this works out for you. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Comilla.
Keep going. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Madrid.
Best of luck, Julián. Hope you get there. Love from Barranquilla