EOIR Fixes Small Glitch in Appeal Form Process
Published Date: 7/23/2025
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Summary
The Department of Justice’s immigration office wants to update a form used to appeal decisions made by immigration judges. They’re asking for public feedback before sending the updated form for official approval. This change won’t cost extra money but helps keep the process clear and fair for people involved in immigration cases.
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Update to Immigration Appeal Form (EOIR-26)
If you are appealing an immigration judge's decision, the Department of Justice’s Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) proposes an update to Form EOIR-26 and is asking for public comments. EOIR says the proposal adds one change to the form, will be sent to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, and will not add extra cost.
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