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Immigration Resources for Clients
Check Entry/Exit Records with Customs and Border Protection
Whether you enter as an H-1B, TN, or Permanent Resident, clients should regularly check their entry exit records to ensure that Immigration maintains correct admission records on them. It is also important to keep track of any USCIS address change updates and monitor the visa bulletin for relevant information. With the introduction of facial recognition technology at airports, traditional passport stamps will eventually be phased out.
Report a Change of Address with USCIS
Most non-US citizens must report a USCIS address change within 10 days of moving within the United States or its territories. This is essential for maintaining accurate entry exit records and tax records. To ensure compliance with this requirement, please visit the USCIS website and check the latest updates in the visa bulletin.
Obtain Tax Records from the IRS
The IRS makes various types of tax records available by request, which can be beneficial for both the adjustment and naturalization process. These tax records may also assist in the USCIS address change process or when reviewing entry exit records. To request your tax records, please visit the IRS to learn how to obtain your copy. Additionally, staying updated with the visa bulletin can be important for tracking application timelines.
Check the Visa Bulletin at the Department of State
Many clients have a priority date that they are waiting to become current (employment- or family-based). While we monitor the visa bulletin monthly, many of our clients eagerly track it themselves as well. For additional resources, including AILA updates, please visit the Department of State's website for the Visa Bulletin. Additionally, you may want to check your entry exit records and tax records to ensure everything is in order. If you need to update your USCIS address change, make sure to do so promptly.
Check Case Status and Processing Timetables at the USCIS
The filing location and the type of form you have pending with USCIS will determine the amount of time you must wait before the next steps of your case occur. We frequently check this and reach out to USCIS, especially if a case seems to lag behind. For more information, you can also check the USCIS website for your case type and wait times. Additionally, if you need to update your USCIS address change or review your entry exit records or tax records, the website has resources for that. Don't forget to refer to the visa bulletin for updates on visa availability.
Know about AILA on Your Side
The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) is the national association of immigration lawyers dedicated to promoting justice and advocating for fair and reasonable immigration law and policy. AILA aims to advance the quality of immigration and nationality law and practice, while also enhancing the professional development of its members. Additionally, AILA provides resources related to entry exit records, tax records, USCIS address change processes, and insights from the visa bulletin to support legal professionals in their practice.