Immigration Resources
Useful U.S. immigration links, organized by category. These are official government sites and trusted nonprofit organizations. If you are working on your own case, these resources are a starting point — but for anything beyond a routine filing or status check, consult an attorney first.
Case Status & Tracking
USCIS Case Status. Check the status of your USCIS application by receipt number. egov.uscis.gov/casestatus
USCIS Case Processing Times. See how long different USCIS offices are taking to decide your case type. egov.uscis.gov/processing-times
USCIS Case Inquiry (E-Request). Submit questions or inquiries directly to USCIS using their web forms. egov.uscis.gov/e-request
EOIR Immigration Court Case Status. Look up your next hearing date by A-number. acis.eoir.justice.gov
Immigration Court 24-Hour Hotline. 1-800-898-7180 (automated case information)
NVC Visa Case Status. Check the status of an immigrant or non-immigrant visa case at the National Visa Center. ceac.state.gov/CEACStatTracker
ICE Detainee Locator. Locate someone detained by ICE. locator.ice.gov
Forms, Filings & Fees
All USCIS Forms (free). Download every USCIS form, fee schedule, and filing instructions. uscis.gov/forms
DS-160. Online nonimmigrant visa application. ceac.state.gov/GenNIV
DS-260. Online immigrant visa application. ceac.state.gov/IV
myUSCIS Account. Create an account to file forms online, receive notifications, and book appointments. my.uscis.gov
Visa Bulletin. Monthly visa availability for family and employment preference categories. travel.state.gov — Visa Bulletin
Medical & Civic
USCIS Designated Civil Surgeon Locator. Find a doctor authorized to complete the Form I-693 medical examination required for adjustment of status. my.uscis.gov/findadoctor
USCIS Civics Test Study Materials. Free materials to prepare for the naturalization civics test. uscis.gov/citizenship/find-study-materials-and-resources
Know Your Rights
ILRC Know Your Rights. What to do during ICE or immigration raids at work, at home, or in public. In English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Korean, and Arabic. ilrc.org — Know Your Rights
San Francisco Immigrant Rights. Local resources and protections. immigrants.sf.gov
Find Help
AILA Find a Lawyer. Directory of American Immigration Lawyers Association members. ailalawyer.com
USCIS Find Legal Services. USCIS list of accredited representatives and free or low-cost legal service providers. uscis.gov/scams-fraud-and-misconduct/find-legal-services
USCIS Tools (avoiding scams). How to avoid immigration scams ("notario" fraud). uscis.gov/scams-fraud-and-misconduct
Need help with your case after using these resources? Call (415) 212-9009 or email contact@aimimmigration.com. Most consultations are available within one week.