ICE Check-In Appointments & Immigration Court Dates
We know that having an ICE appointment or an immigration court hearing can cause a great deal of anxiety. This guide will help you check your dates, prepare, and know exactly what to expect. You are not alone in this process.
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Check Your Immigration Court Date
The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has an automated system that allows you to check the date, time, and location of your next hearing before the immigration judge.
By Phone (Automated Hotline)
1-800-898-7180This is the EOIR automated system. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow these steps:
- Call 1-800-898-7180
- Select your language (1 for English, 2 for Spanish)
- Enter your A-Number (Alien Registration Number) using the phone keypad
- The system will give you the date, time, and location of your next hearing
You will need your A-Number to use this system. It is a 9-digit number starting with the letter "A" (example: A123-456-789).
Online (ACIS System)
The Automated Case Information System (ACIS) lets you check the status of your immigration court case directly from your computer or phone.
Open EOIR ACIS SystemOfficial link: acis.eoir.justice.gov
What information can you see on ACIS?
- •Date and time of your next hearing
- •Immigration court location
- •Type of hearing scheduled
- •Whether there is a decision in your case
ICE Check-In Appointments
If you have an ICE order of supervision, you are required to report periodically to the local Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) office. Here is what you need to know.
What Is an ICE Check-In?
It is a scheduled appointment where you report to an ICE officer at the Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) office. These appointments are part of the supervision of your immigration case. The frequency varies: it may be monthly, quarterly, or annually, depending on your situation.
What to Bring
- ✓Passport or travel document
- ✓Any immigration legal documents (hearing notice, order of supervision, work permit)
- ✓Proof of address (utility bill, lease agreement)
- ✓Photo identification
- ✓Attorney's business card (if you have legal representation)
What Happens at the Appointment
- 1.Check in at reception and wait to be called
- 2.You will be fingerprinted
- 3.Brief interview with an ICE officer about your case and current address
- 4.You will receive your next appointment date or your schedule may be changed
IMPORTANT: In some cases, ICE may detain a person during their check-in appointment. If you have concerns, consult with an attorney BEFORE your appointment.
ICE Georgia Office (Atlanta Field Office)
This is the ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) field office covering all of Georgia. This is where most people in the metro Atlanta area report for their check-in appointments. Arrive on time and bring all your documents.
How to Reschedule an Appointment
If for any reason you cannot attend your ICE appointment or court hearing, it is absolutely critical that you take action BEFORE the scheduled date. Never simply miss an appointment.
YOU CANNOT SIMPLY SKIP AN ICE APPOINTMENT
Missing an ICE appointment without making prior arrangements can result in a deportation order (removal order) being issued against you. ICE may begin actively looking for you for removal. Please take this very seriously.
For ICE Check-In Appointments
Your attorney must contact the ICE officer assigned to your case to request a new date. If you do not have an attorney, call the Atlanta Field Office directly at (404) 893-1210 as soon as possible to explain your situation and request a reschedule. Have your A-Number ready.
For Immigration Court Hearings
You cannot simply call to change a court date. Your attorney must file a formal motion before the immigration judge requesting a continuance. The motion must explain why you cannot attend and provide evidence of good cause. The judge will decide whether to grant the new date.
Document Everything
If you have a medical reason, family emergency, or any other circumstance preventing attendance, keep all evidence: doctor's notes, hospital bills, police reports. These documents will be needed for your motion or to explain your absence to ICE.
If You Missed an Appointment or Hearing
This is critical information. Please read carefully.
Missed a Court Date
If you did not appear at your immigration court hearing, it is very likely that the judge issued an in absentia removal order. This means your deportation has been ordered without you being present to defend your case.
YOU MUST CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY
An attorney can help you file a Motion to Reopen your case:
- •Within 180 days if you can show extraordinary circumstances (serious illness, natural disaster, ineffective counsel)
- •Within 1 year (or at any time) if you can demonstrate you did not receive proper notice of your hearing
Time is critical. Every day that passes reduces your legal options.
Missed an ICE Check-In Appointment
Missing an ICE check-in appointment is a violation of your order of supervision. ICE can take several actions, including issuing an arrest warrant and actively seeking you for removal.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- 1.Contact an immigration attorney BEFORE your next contact with ICE
- 2.Do not attempt to show up at an ICE office without legal advice
- 3.Gather any evidence explaining why you missed (medical documents, family emergency)
- 4.Your attorney can contact ICE on your behalf to explain the situation and reschedule
Do not wait for ICE to come to your door. Seek legal help now.
Your Rights in the Immigration Process
Regardless of your immigration status, you have rights protected by the United States Constitution and immigration law.
Right to an Attorney
You have the right to be represented by an attorney in immigration proceedings. Unlike the criminal system, the government does not provide you with a free attorney, but you have the right to hire one and to have your case postponed to seek legal representation.
Right to See an Immigration Judge
In most cases, you have the right to a hearing before an immigration judge where you can present your defense, including applications for asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, or other forms of immigration relief.
Right to Appeal
If the immigration judge rules against you, you have the right to appeal that decision to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). You can also, in certain cases, appeal to a federal circuit court. These appeals have strict deadlines.
Right to an Interpreter
At immigration court hearings, you have the right to an interpreter if you do not speak or understand English fluently. The court must provide an interpreter at no cost to you.
Right to a Bond Hearing
If detained by ICE, in most cases you have the right to request a bond hearing before an immigration judge. The judge will evaluate whether you are a flight risk or a danger to the community, and determine the bond amount for your release.
Right to Remain Silent
You have the constitutional right to not answer questions about your immigration status, your country of origin, or how you entered the United States. You can say: 'I wish to remain silent and speak with my attorney.'
Georgia ICE and Immigration Court Contacts
Save these numbers in a safe place. You may need them at any time.
Atlanta Immigration Court
Address: 180 Ted Turner Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 331-5058
Immigration hearings for individuals in the metro Atlanta area and much of Georgia are held here.
Atlanta ICE Field Office
Address: 180 Ted Turner Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 893-1210
Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) office. Check-in appointments for individuals under ICE supervision in Georgia are held here.
EOIR Automated Hotline
Available 24/7. Check the date, time, and location of your next immigration court hearing. You will need your A-Number.
ICE Detainee Hotline
If you or a family member is detained by ICE, this hotline can provide information about the location and status of detention. Available 24/7.
Have an ICE Appointment or Court Hearing Coming Up?
Do not face the process alone. An immigration attorney can accompany you to your appointment, prepare your case, and protect your rights. J. Lee & Associates represents immigrants throughout Georgia.
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