Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Spouses and children of asylees may be eligible for derivative asylum, but parents cannot apply derivatively through their children. Lawful permanent residents can only sponsor spouses and unmarried sons and daughters for immigrant visas. Therefore, based on the facts you have provided, it does not appear that you will be able to sponsor your mother based on your status as an asylee or lawful permanent resident.

If and when you become a naturalized citizen, you should be able to sponsor your mother as an immediate relative. In the meantime, your mother may have other options, such as applying for asylum that is not derivative to yours. I would recommend consulting with an attorney so that the details of your mother�s situation can be fully discussed, and to determine whether your mother has any options for immigrating to the United States.