Under what circumstance is an applicant's fear of future persecution considered not well-founded?

An applicant's fear of future persecution is considered not well-founded if it can be demonstrated that the applicant could avoid the persecution by relocating within their own country. This concept is based on the understanding that if a person can safely move to another part of their home country, their fear of persecution may not meet the standards required for asylum. The idea is that persons seeking asylum should seek safety within their own country if it is possible, and thus, a well-founded fear of future persecution would not exist if relocation can mitigate that fear.

In this context, the ability to avoid persecution through relocation shows that the conditions leading to the fear are not as pervasive or unavoidable as suggested.

The other options do not directly relate to the applicant's ability to mitigate their fear through relocation. Having friends in another country or being currently employed does not necessarily show that the applicant could safely relocate and avoid persecution. Likewise, successfully relocating does not negate the basis for their fear if the underlying issues persist in the region from which they seek protection.