Immigration Court

HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE A CASE IN IMMIGRATION COURT?

If you entered the U.S. without a visa and were stopped by immigration officials and given paperwork, you may have a case in immigration court. If you received a Notice to Appear (NTA) or an Order of Release on Recognizance, you probably have a case in immigration court. These are just examples. There are many ways that people end up with cases in immigration court.

HOW DO I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT MY IMMIGRATION COURT CASE?

If you have a case in immigration court, you can find the date of your next hearing and other information by calling the Immigration Court Hotline or by checking the Immigration Court’s Case Information website. Below are instructions for finding this information.

Guide updated: December 2022

HOW DO I CHANGE MY COURT TO THE Chelmsford IMMIGRATION COURT?

If you live in Maine, the closest immigration court is the Chelmsford Immigration Court. If you want to change your court to the Chelmsford Immigration Court, you will need to file a Motion to Change Venue. Changing your address will not automatically change your court.

ILAP can help you change your court to the Chelmsford Immigration Court.

If you can't come to our Portland office, you can request an appointment with ILAP to get help changing your court.