resources for immigrant victim/survivors

This page is meant to provide helpful information, resources, and guides to immigrants who have experienced domestic abuse,  sexual violence, or human trafficking. Be aware that this information is not a substitute for legal advice. If you have specific questions and need legal advice, please contact Standpoint’s Action Line at 612-343-9842 or Standpoint’s immigration attorney, Rachel Kohler, at 612-767-8926.

questions & Answers

Q: What is an advocate and how can they help me?

A: Advocates are trained professionals who provide support to victims/survivors of sexual violence, domestic/relationship violence, and trafficking. They help victims/survivors explore options, resources, and processes, as well as assisting with safety planning and identifying personal goals. Whether victims/survivors are navigating the legal, medical, or housing system, advocates are here to provide assistance through those processes. Most importantly, advocacy services are free, confidential, and trauma-informed - victims/survivors will always be believed, supported, validated, and empowered.

Please note: Advocates are not attorneys and cannot provide you with legal advice.

To speak with an advocate about ways they can support you or to learn more about their roles and responsibilities, please contact Standpoint:
Call: 612-343-9842 or 800-313-2666 (toll free)
Text: 612-743-7397
Email: info@standpointmn.org

Q: How can I update my address with immigration?

A:

-United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS): https://www.uscis.gov/addresschange

-Immigration Court (EOIR): https://www.justice.gov/eoir/file/640016/download

Q: How can I check the status of my case? (Note: domestic and sexual violence cases are not always up-to-date in the online system)

A: USCIS Case Status Online: https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/landing.do (will need application Receipt Number)

Q: How can I check how long applications are taking to process?

A: USCIS Check Case Processing Times: https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/ (will need form number and Field Office or Service Center where application is processing)

Q: I am ordered to be under ICE supervision. How do I schedule an appointment with ICE?:

A: ICE Appointment Scheduler: https://www.ice.gov/check-in#

Q: How can I find where someone in immigration detention is being held?

A: ICE Online Detainee Locator System: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/index 

Q: I applied for a green card and need to get a civil surgeon exam. Where do I find a list of civil surgeons?

A: USCIS Find a Doctor: https://my.uscis.gov/findadoctor

Q: How can I get a protective order?

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Q: How can I access my immigration documents?

A: You have the legal right to get a copy of your file from any attorney who represented you in an immigration case for 7 years after they stopped representing you. There are also ways to ask for copies of immigration documents from government agencies, if needed. Please contact Standpoint by calling 612-343-9842 for guidance on how to ask for these records.

Helpful phone numbers:

Automated Immigration Court Hotline (to get information about next hearing in immigration court or with the Board of Immigration Appeals): 1-800-898-7180 or online at https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/index

USCIS Contact Center (to get information about a pending application with USCIS or to schedule an InfoPass appointment): 1-800-375-5283