Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the Newark Immigration Court's mailing address and telephone
number?
A. The Newark Immigration Court address and telephone
number is:
Executive Office for Immigration Review (Click here
for directions.)
970 Broad Street
Room 1135
Newark, New Jersey 07102
Telephone: (973) 645-3524
Q. What are the Court's hours of operation?
A. The Newark Immigration Court is open for business
Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m.
Q. How can I file my documents?
A. The Court accepts documents ( filed in
accordance with the Local Rules) in person during the hours of operation or
by mail.
Q. What do I do if I don't remember the date and/or time of my hearing?
A. Please call 1-800-898-7180. This is an automated
system that allows you to obtain information about your case.
Q. What should I expect when I arrive at the building?
A. All persons entering the Building must pass
through a metal detector. All packages, briefcases, etc. will be x-rayed. No
cameras or video equipment is allowed in the building. The building is a smoke-free
facility.
Q. Is food allowed in the courtrooms?
A. No. Food and beverages are not permitted in the Courtrooms.
Q. How do I notify the Court if I change my address or move out of the state?
A. You must notify the Court of any change of address while under
proceedings. Form EOIR-33, which is the form used
to notify the Court of change of address can be obtained from the clerk or the
Immigration Judge. This form must be submitted within five days from the date
of your move. If you move out of state, you may request a "Change of Venue"
from the Immigration Judge. However, until the Immigration Judge grants your
request, you are required to appear at all scheduled hearings before the Court.
Q. Where do I pay fees for applications?
A. The Court does not accept fees. Application fees and bonds
are collected by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). There is an USCIS Cash Office
located on the 3rd floor of this building, Room 306. The DHS Cash
Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM - 3:30PM. The USCIS Cash Office
accepts cash, checks or money orders. Please note the following:
1. Exact change ( no change will be given)
2. Checks issued in your name only and for the exact amount. You must present state or government issued identification (Driver's License, Alien Registration Card, Passport, etc). The cashier will not accept third party checks
3. Money order for the exact amount
All checks and money orders should be made payable to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Q. Does the Court accept faxes?
A. No. The Court does not accept faxes.
Q. What is the address and telephone number of the DHS, Chief Counsel’s
Office?
A.
DHS, Chief Counsel
970 Broad Street, Room 1104B
Newark, New Jersey 07102
973 645-2318