Why Check Your Case Status?

If you’ve submitted a petition, application, or been placed into immigration court proceedings, it’s important to track your case regularly. You may receive hearing notices, deadlines, or other updates — and missing one could harm your case.

Option 1: If Your Case Is with USCIS

This applies to most immigration forms like:

  • Green card applications (I-485)
  • Work permits (I-765)
  • Family petitions (I-130)
  • Naturalization (N-400)
  • Asylum applications (I-589, if not in court yet)

How to Check:

  1. Go to: uscis.gov/casestatus
  2. Enter your 13-character receipt number (example: EAC1234567890)
    • This is found on your receipt notice (Form I-797C)

What You’ll See:

  • “Case Was Received”
  • “Fingerprint Fee Was Received”
  • “Case Was Approved”
  • “RFE Was Sent” (Request for Evidence)
  • “Card Was Mailed”

Each status will include a brief explanation.

Option 2: If You Are in Immigration Court

This applies if you’ve received a Notice to Appear (NTA) or are facing removal proceedings.

How to Check:

  1. Call the EOIR Case Status Hotline:
    📞 1-800-898-7180 (toll-free, 24/7)
    OR
    Visit: acis.eoir.justice.gov

  2. Enter your A-number (starts with “A” and has 9 digits)

What You’ll See:

  • Your next hearing date and time
  • Location of the court
  • Type of proceeding (master calendar or individual hearing)
  • Current status (pending, ordered removed, granted relief, etc.)

What If You See No Updates?

  • If USCIS: Make sure your receipt number is correct and hasn’t expired
  • If EOIR: You may not be scheduled yet — check back weekly
  • Always make sure your mailing address is current with USCIS or the court

To update your address:

Watch Out for These Issues

  • Wrong site — Don’t check USCIS if your case is in court (EOIR), and vice versa
  • Scams — Only check your status through official government websites
  • Old receipt numbers — Cases that are over 2 years old may no longer update online

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