aln li
23 de ago de 2026
Could anyone share your experience?or some advice
Hi everyone,
I’m wondering if anyone has actual experience with this situation.
I was granted asylum, currently have a valid A5 EAD, and I have an asylum-based I-485 pending while I’m waiting for my green card.
I have no criminal record and, as far as I know, I don’t have any removal/deportation order.
My question is:
If ICE stops or questions me while I’m waiting for my green card, can they detain me even though my asylum has already been granted and I have a valid A5 EAD?
If anyone has been in a similar situation, I would really appreciate hearing what actually happened.
PUBLICIDAD
Jhonny Zion23 de ago de 2026
no they cannot, just show proof of your granted status
GodBlessUSA _23 de ago de 2026
ICE should be able to verify your immigration record through your A-number. If you were already granted asylum and have valid proof of your asylee status, such as your I-94/asylum approval and A5 EAD, a pending I-485 by itself does not mean you are unlawfully present. If you have no criminal issues or other immigration complications, you should generally be fine.
S B23 de ago de 2026
@aln li ideally you should be fine but these days nothing is happening according to law and they are playing a lot in the grey are so can’t say for sure.
I have a question for you. did you get approved by immigration judge or immigration officer? I want to know because I haven’t seen anyone with A5 EAD that were approved by the judge. how long did it take for you to get the A5 EAD after applying?
aln li23 de ago de 2026
@S B My mother applied for it.
Jay T23 de ago de 2026
Same situation and I have encountered ICE a few months ago. I just explained my situation and he took my A5 card to his car for checking, then let me go. Don’t worry, you are safe.
aln li24 de ago de 2026
@Jay T alright thank you!
