04/15/2026 You are at risk if: 1. You did not update your address with USCIS or the court All notices are sent to the last address on file. If you moved and did not update your address, you may miss biometrics notices, interview appointments, or court hearings. What to do: Immediately update your address with USCIS and, if your case is in court, with EOIR. Deadline: Within 10 days of moving 2. You are not checking your case status Mail can be delayed or lost. If you rely only on mail, you risk missing important notices. What to do: ❗️Check your case status at least once a week and save screenshots of all updates 3. Your Form I-589 is incomplete or poorly prepared Short or vague answers without details make it difficult to understand your asylum claim. This may raise red flags. What to do: Review your I-589 carefully. Make sure your story is consistent and detailed. Prepare additional explanations if needed. 4. There are inconsistencies in your case Authorities compare all prior information: • CBP statements at the border • credible fear interview • visa applications (if any) Even small discrepancies can affect credibility. What to do: Write your timeline Compare it with previous submissions Prepare explanations for differences 5. You missed an ICE check-in, interview, biometrics, or hearing This is one of the most serious risks. At USCIS - your case may be considered abandoned. In court - you may receive a removal order in absentia. Missing ICE check-ins may lead to detention. What to do: Do not ignore notices Request rescheduling in advance if needed Deadline: Act immediately 6. You moved to another state but did not properly transfer your case Changing your address does not automatically transfer your case. What to do: File address updates File a motion to change venue if needed 7. You signed documents without reviewing them Errors become part of your immigration record and may affect credibility. 8. You are not prepared for your interview or hearing Rescheduling is becoming harder. Last-minute preparation often leads to mistakes. What to do now: • verify your address with USCIS and court • review your I-589 • identify inconsistencies and discuss with an attorney • gather documents and save copies in cloud storage • check case status weekly ❗️Nothing is more important now than keeping your immigration case in order. If you have an attorney, discuss your case and risks. If not, start with a consultation - we can review your situation and documents. If budget is a concern, this can also be discussed. Immigration cases require control - do not leave things to chance. ⸻ This information is for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.