To get a copy of your immigration file, you can submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the USCIS, ICE, CBP or the Immigration Court (EOIR). In fact, FOIA allows you to get a copy from almost every government agency using form G-639.
It can be very useful to get a copy of your immigration file as it holds your entire immigration history. Before you apply for any immigration benefits, especially if you have had issues with immigration in the past, it is important to review the contents of your file. If you were in a poker game, it’s like seeing your opponent’s cards before placing your bet.
When deciding whether or not you need an immigration attorney, consider your immigration status. If you have a complicated case, you want to make sure that your case is being handled correctly by an experienced attorney to ensure you obtain the results you want.
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In this video, Attorney Carl Shusterman talks about the importance in getting a hold of your immigration file and exactly how to obtain your immigration file from USCIS or the EOIR.
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Immigration Attorney Carl Shusterman has 40+ years of experience. He served as an attorney for the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) from 1976 until 1982, when he entered private practice. He has testified as an expert witness before the US Senate Immigration Subcommittee. Carl was featured in SuperLawyers Magazine. Today, he serves as Of Counsel to JR Immigration Law Firm.