Sample Respondent Access Portal Notice

This document is a notice about a new immigration court website called the Respondent Access Portal. On the Respondent Access portal, people with cases in immigration court can find information about their case, view their asylum clock, and see some of their documents.

As of September 2024, only some people are receiving these notices and being invited to create accounts on the Respondent Access Portal website. If you did not receive this notice, you may not be eligible for a Respondent Access Portal online account at this time.

If you received this notice and you want to create a Respondent Access Portal online account, you can follow these steps. Note: creating an account is optional.

1. Fill outthis online registration form in English. You can click “Respondent” for the first question. You will need your A Number to complete the form.

2. Within 90 days of completing the online form, you have to go to the immigration court in person to confirm your identity. You will need to bring an official identification card with your photo (such as a work permit or passport), or other proof of identity listed on page 2 of this document.

3. Next, you should receive an email from the government telling you how to log in to your online account.

You can also visit this immigration court website for more information about the Respondent Access Portal.