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Frequently asked questions

How many immigration courts are there in the US?

The site covers 73 EOIR immigration courts, 18 of them at ICE detention centers. Each court has its own page: approval rate, judges, time to decision and appeals.

Which immigration court approves asylum most often?

Over 5 years, among courts with 300 or more decisions at final hearings, Sacramento, CA approves most often (77.1%) and Baton Rouge, LA least often (3.5%). National average: 34.9%.

How are courts for detained people different?

Courts at ICE detention centers hear cases of people in custody. Over 5 years, they approved 13.4% of decisions at final hearings, other courts — 40.2%. Detained cases are usually decided faster, and applicants have an attorney less often.

All US immigration courts

Asylum and other relief approval rate at final hearings over 5 years in each immigration court. National average: 34.9%.

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