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Frequently Asked Questions

**IMPORTANT**

  • Does the EOIR Law Library and Immigration Research Center handle inquiries relating to appeals or motions before the Board of Immigration Appeals?

General Information



What is the Law Library and Immigration Research Center (LLIRC)?

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The LLIRC is a component of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).

The primary purpose of the LLIRC is to distribute legal information relating to decisions rendered by the component agencies of EOIR. The LLIRC also serves a resource for all EOIR staff and the public to conduct legal research and analysis relating to immigration law.

This Virtual Law Library serves as a complement to the LLIRC. The Virtual Law Library attempts to organize immigration-related legal resources, as well as the decisions rendered by EOIR's component agencies, into a format easily accessible to all users.



Where is the LLIRC located?

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The LLIRC's address is 5201 Leesburg Pike, Suite 1200, Falls Church, Virginia, 22041.

The LLIRC is located immediately behind Skyline Mall and across from the Skyline Health and Fitness Club. Parking is available immediately behind the LLIRC building and there is a charge for parking. The following link will provide you with a customizable map for getting to the LLIRC.

Map of Virginia

Bailey's Crossroads

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Falls Church and vicinity

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Does the public have access to the LLIRC?



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Yes, the LLIRC is open to the public. Members of the public will be required to sign-in upon entering the LLIRC.



What are the LLIRC's hours?

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The LLIRC's hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. The LLIRC is closed on the weekends and for all Federal holidays.

Please note that the Virtual Law Library is available year-round.



What is the LLIRC's phone number?

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The LLIRC's phone number is (703) 605-1103.



What resources are available at the LLIRC?

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For a full description of what is available at the LLIRC and Virtual Law Library, please call (703) 605-1103.



At the LLIRC, can you check out books or other resources?

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Only Department of Justice staff may check out materials. The general public may not check out materials at this time. A copier is available for public use.

Please note that many resources are available in the Virtual Library and are available for downloading and/or printing.



Are resources available in any language other than English?

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Not at this time.


Does the LLIRC handle inquiries relating to appeals or motions before the Board of Immigration Appeals?

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No

Please refer all questions concerning appeals and motions pending before the Board of Immigration Appeals to the Clerk's Office, which may be reached at (703) 605-1007, or consult the Board of Immigration Appeals Practice Manual.

The LLIRC is not responsible for any documents received which are intended for the Board of Immigration Appeals Clerk's Office.

Please contact the Clerk's Office or consult the Board's Practice Manual regarding all inquiries relating to document submissions.