ASYLUM RFE/RFI RESPONSE
COVER LETTER AND EVIDENCE INDEX
Filing Overview
- Applicant: [NAME], A#: [A-NUMBER]
- Form I-589 Receipt: [NO.], Filing Date: [DATE]
- RFE/RFI Date: [DATE]; Response Deadline: [DATE]
- Issues raised: [LIST ISSUES]
Packet Order (suggested)
1) Cover letter (this document) summarizing issues and responses.
2) RFE/RFI notice copy.
3) Evidence addressing each issue (tabbed by issue).
4) Updated declaration excerpts (if needed) with consistency to prior filings.
5) Country conditions/expert statements (targeted to issues).
6) Translations and certificates; G-28 if not on file.
Cover Letter Body (sample)
text
Date: [DATE]
USCIS Asylum Office [LOCATION]
RE: Response to RFE/RFI - Form I-589 for [NAME, A#]
Dear Officer:
Enclosed is the response to the RFE/RFI dated [DATE]. Each issue is addressed below with supporting evidence.
Issue 1: [SUMMARY]
Response: [FACTS/EVIDENCE, EXHIBIT CITES]
Issue 2: [SUMMARY]
Response: [FACTS/EVIDENCE, EXHIBIT CITES]
All exhibits are indexed and tabbed. Please continue processing the application.
Sincerely,
[NAME/ATTORNEY]
[ADDRESS]
[PHONE] | [EMAIL]
Practice Notes
- Respond only to issues raised; avoid new inconsistencies.
- Keep narrative consistent with prior statements; reconcile any differences.
- Use targeted country conditions; avoid bulk dumps.
- File before deadline; confirm delivery.
- If in proceedings, coordinate with court deadlines and filings.