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As part of the Board of Immigration Appeals’ overall effort to enhance customer service, the Board has issued the three attached documents to provide basic information to persons involved in proceedings before the Board and to answer frequently asked questions about appeals and motions.

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Questions and Answers Regarding Proceedings

The answers to questions often asked by people with cases before the Board.
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Questions and Answers Regarding Oral Argument

Guides attorneys and representatives through the oral argument process.
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BIA Practice Manual

The Practice Manual guides attorneys and representatives on practice before the Board.

Practice Manual Quick Navigation

Introduction (Cover Page)

Table of Contents
Indices
- Word Index
- Citation Index
Chapter 1 - The Board of Immigration Appeals
Chapter 2 - Appearances before the Board
Chapter 3 - Filing with the Board
Chapter 4 - Appeals of Immigration Judge Decisions
Chapter 5 - Motions before the Board
Chapter 6 - Stays and Expedite Requests
Chapter 7 - Bond
Chapter 8 - Oral Argument
Chapter 9 - Visa Petitions
Chapter 10 - Fines
Chapter 11 - Discipline of Practitioners

Chapter 12 - Forms
Chapter 13 - Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Chapter 14 - Other Information
Appendix A- Mailing Addresses
Appendix B- Directory
Appendix C- Organizational Chart
Appendix D - Deadlines
Appendix E - Forms
Appendix F - Sample Cover Page
Appendix G - Sample Proof of Service
Appendix H -Sample Certificate of Translation
Appendix I - Telephone Information
Appendix J - Citation Guidelines
Appendix K - Where to File a Motion

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