Headed to immigration court?
Immigration court can be a scary place. Whether you are going for the first time, or you have been before, you will want to be prepared with as much information as possible.
Here you can find out answers to commonly asked questions about your immigration court hearing — like how to check your hearing date, what happens in immigration court, and what you can do to stop a deportation. You’ll also find helpful information based on your current legal status, whether you are a green card holder, someone who stayed too long on a visa, or someone who entered the U.S. without papers.
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Los Angeles Immigration Court: Information Guide
The Los Angeles Immigration Court decides deportation cases of non-citizens in South California. Learn everything you need to know about the court, including how to find it, who the judges are, and more.
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Newark Immigration Court: Information Guide
The Newark Immigration Court decides deportation cases of non-citizens in New Jersey. Learn everything you need to know about the court, including how to find it, who the judges are, and more.
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Baltimore Immigration Court: Information Guide
The Baltimore Immigration Court decides deportation cases of non-citizens in Maryland. Learn everything you need to know about the court, including how to find it, who the judges are, and more.
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Memphis Immigration Court: Information Guide
The Memphis Immigration Court decides deportation cases of non-citizens in Tennessee. Learn everything you need to know about the court, including how to find it, who the judges are, and more.
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Chicago Immigration Court: Information Guide
The Chicago Immigration Court decides deportation cases of non-citizens in Illinois. Learn everything you need to know about the court, including how to find it, who the judges are, and more.
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How to Move Your Immigration Court
Moving your case to a different immigration court can be helpful. Learn how to transfer your case to a different city or state.
Learn more based on your current immigration status
Based on your current status, we can help guide you through the immigration court process. Tell us whether you are a green card holder, a visa overstay, or someone who entered without inspection.
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I am a green card holder
Green card holders, or lawful permanent residents, have some of the best options for fighting their case in immigration court.
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I overstayed my visa
If you stayed too long on your visa, then you have fall out of status. If you are placed in deportation proceedings, there are still ways to fight your case.
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I entered the U.S. without any papers
An estimated 10 million immigrants entered the U.S. without any papers, so you’re not alone. Many thousands of illegal entrants are able to fight and win their cases in immigration court. To give yourself the best chance possible, read more about your options.
