Important: This tool provides deadline calculations based on published court rules. Results are not legal advice. Always verify deadlines with the applicable court rules and consult with counsel when in doubt.

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Filing cutoff time

Removal Proceedings Deadlines

Key deadlines in removal (deportation) proceedings

Initial Master CalendarPer NTA date

Applications FilingPre-hearing

Document Submission15 days before

Evidence Exchange15 days before

Witness Lists15 days before

Pre-Trial Statement10 days before

* Specific deadlines vary by court and case complexity

Appeals & Post-Decision Deadlines

Critical post-decision and appellate deadlines

BIA Appeal30 days

Motion to Reopen (90-day)90 days

Motion to Reopen (1-year)1 year

Motion to Reconsider30 days

Stay of RemovalWith appeal

Federal Court Petition30 days

* From date of service of written decision

Special Application & Relief Deadlines

Timing requirements for specific forms of immigration relief

Asylum Applications

One-Year Deadline: Within 1 year of arrival
Exceptions: Extraordinary circumstances
Changed Circumstances: Within reasonable time
Extraordinary Circumstances: Case-by-case basis

VAWA & U/T Visas

VAWA Self-Petition: During marriage validity
U Visa Application: No statutory deadline
T Visa Application: No statutory deadline
Continuous Physical Presence: Maintain status

Cancellation of Removal

LPR Cancellation: Before proceedings
Non-LPR Cancellation: 10-year continuous presence
Special Rule Cancellation: VAWA-related cases
Stop-Time Rules: NTA service implications

Adjustment of Status

Filing Deadline: Before final order
Visa Availability: Current priority date
Medical Examination: Within 60 days of hearing
Supporting Evidence: 15 days before hearing

EOIR eFile System Requirements

Electronic filing requirements and procedures for immigration courts

Mandatory eFile: As of 2024, electronic filing is required for most immigration courts and represented parties. Pro se respondents may still file by mail in some locations.

eFile System Features

• Mandatory for attorneys and accredited representatives
• 11:59 PM Eastern Time filing deadline
• Automatic service to EOIR and DHS
• Real-time filing confirmation and receipts
• Integration with EOIR case tracking system
• Secure document transmission and storage

Filing Requirements

• PDF format documents only
• 25 MB maximum file size per document
• Proper document categorization required
• Certificate of service not required for eFile
• Original signatures acceptable in PDF
• Technical issues reported immediately

Immigration Court Practice Best Practices

Expert guidance for effective immigration court practice

Case Management

• Monitor EOIR case status online regularly
• Set up automated case status alerts
• Track master calendar and individual hearing dates
• Coordinate with interpreters well in advance
• Prepare comprehensive case chronologies
• Maintain detailed client contact information

Critical Deadline Management

• Calculate BIA appeal deadlines immediately
• Track motion to reopen limitations carefully
• Monitor one-year asylum filing deadlines
• Note stop-time rule implications for NTAs
• Plan for federal court review deadlines
• Consider extraordinary circumstances exceptions

Evidence & Documentation

• Submit evidence 15 days before individual hearing
• Prepare detailed exhibit lists and translations
• Coordinate expert witness scheduling early
• Ensure proper authentication of foreign documents
• Plan for country condition evidence updates
• Prepare comprehensive legal briefs timely

Common Practice Pitfalls

• Missing BIA appeal deadlines (30 days strict)
• Not accounting for service delays in timing
• Overlooking jurisdiction-specific local practices
• Failing to perfect eFile system registration
• Not preserving issues for appellate review
• Missing document submission deadlines

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How to Use This Calculator

Step-by-step instructions for accurate deadline calculations

Identify Proceeding Type

Determine if this is removal proceedings, asylum case, bond hearing, appeal to BIA, or other immigration matter. Each has specific timing requirements.

Enter Service or Notice Date

Input the date of service of Notice to Appear (NTA), Immigration Judge decision, or other triggering document. This starts the applicable deadline period.

Select Court Location

Choose the Immigration Court location as different courts may have varying local practices and scheduling procedures within EOIR regulations.

Determine Filing Method

Identify filing method: EOIR eFile system, mail, or hand delivery. Electronic filing is now required for most immigration courts and representatives.

Apply Immigration-Specific Rules

Consider Immigration Court Practice Manual requirements, BIA procedural rules, and any case-specific scheduling orders or continuances.

Plan for Appeals & Motions

Track BIA appeal deadlines (30 days), motion to reopen deadlines (90 days/1 year), and potential federal court review timing requirements.