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Immigration Resources

The Department of Homeland Security and its Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have fomented a deep sense of uncertainty and insecurity in immigrant communities across the country, including here at home in New Jersey. 

This page will help orient constituents who are concerned about ICE actions in New Jersey. Below, you will find a comprehensive ‘Know Your Rights’ document produced by our state’s American Civil Liberties Union chapter. You will also find a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section detailing how my office can help with immigration-related matters as well as links to check the status of pending cases with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and relevant checklists to help constituents fulfill any immigration-related casework.

My team and I are here to help. Should you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of my offices. You can contact us by email at casework@booker.senate.gov, or by phone at the following phone numbers:

Newark, NJ: (973) 639-8700
Camden, NJ: (856) 338-8922
Washington, D.C.: (202) 224-3224

Relevant Resources For New Jerseyans

Constituent Casework FAQ

Q: How can I get help with my immigration case (USCIS, ICE, CBP, or DOS)?

Our office can submit an official inquiry to a federal agency on your behalf to request case updates, clarify delays, or raise concerns. To get started:

  • Complete our Immigration Privacy Release Form (PRF)
  • Print, physically sign, and date the form
  • Attach copies of relevant documents (receipt notices, notices of actions, visas, or correspondence)
  • Email your form and all relevant documents to casework@booker.senate.gov
  • Once submitted, our Casework Team will contact the agency and follow up with you as soon as we receive a response.

Q: What types of immigration cases can your office assist with?

We can assist with an assortment of immigration-related matters including:

  • Delayed or pending USCIS applications (green cards, work permits, naturalization)
  • Visa issues through the Department of State
  • ICE detention concerns or humanitarian requests
  • Travel document delays
  • Urgent cases involving medical, family, or employment hardship

Please Note: While we can make inquiries and advocate for timely reviews, we cannot override agency decisions or provide legal services or advice.

Q: What information do I need to provide for an immigration case inquiry?

Incomplete information may delay our ability to contact the agency. To help us ensure that your case with our office moves as quickly as possible, make sure your initial correspondence with our office includes:

  • Full legal name and date of birth
  • A-Number (if applicable)
  • Receipt numbers (e.g., I-130) and name of processing center (e.g., National Benefit Center)
  • Current address and contact information
  • A brief explanation of the issue or delay

Q: Can your office help if my immigration case is time-sensitive?

Yes. If your case involves a time-sensitive emergency or severe hardship, such as medical needs, risk of family separation, or imminent travel, we encourage you to clearly indicate this on the Privacy Release Form and provide supporting documentation. Our team will submit expedited requests when possible.

Q: Can you help with non-immigration related issues?

Yes. Our Casework and Constituent Services Team can also assist with:

  • Social Security and Medicare
  • Veterans benefits
  • Passports
  • Federal student loans
  • IRS and tax matters
  • Federal housing
  • Unemployment and labor matters
  • Federal employees' pension and benefits

You can find all casework forms here. You can find our contact information here. 

Please Note: Immigration casework REQUIRES constituents to fill out an immigration-specific Privacy Release Form (PRF).

Constituent Casework Resources

The following resources may help constituents who have pending cases with USCIS check on the status of their case. They may also be useful resources ahead of going through any immigration-related process, providing constituents with a comprehensive checklist of required documentation.

Know Your Rights

It is important that New Jerseyans know about the rights to which they are entitled. The resources below offer a comprehensive overview of the civil and legal protections afforded to every New Jerseyan.