Using FOIA Requests to Locate Immigration Records
Author: Angelita Chavez
Ever wondered how you can locate your immigration record? In the United States, individuals can request their own immigration records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act.
What types of immigration records can I request? You can request all sorts of immigration records for yourself or someone else with their written consent, including, but not limited to:
Approvals from USCIS
Notices from USCIS including receipt notices, Notice of Intent to Deny or Revoke, and Denial Notices
CBP encounters and apprehensions
Copies of submitted Form I-90
Copy of Naturalization Certificate
Labor Certification issued by US Department of Labor
Copy of submitted Form I-485
Why is obtaining your immigration important?
Having a more complete immigration record is an important tool for your attorney when providing guidance and advice about your immigration options including 245(i) eligibility and other proof of lawful entries into the US.
Where can I make a FOIA request?
FOIA requests can be submitted to various governmental agencies including the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Department of State (DOS), among others.
Want to learn more about filing a FOIA request? Call TCF at 541-357-8381 or submit an inquiry through our Contact Form.
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