Get Doj Eoir-31a 2017-2026

The DOJ EOIR-31A form is essential for organizations seeking to obtain or renew accreditation for non-attorney representatives providing immigration legal services. This guide offers clear and concise instructions to assist users in completing the form accurately online.

Follow the steps to complete the DOJ EOIR-31A form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. In Part 1, provide the organization’s full name including any other names it operates under. Fill in the organization’s contact details, including the street address and contact numbers where applicable.
3. Specify whether your organization is recognized. If recognized, indicate the date of the most recent approval.
4. In Part 2, enter the proposed representative's name and any other names they are known by. Indicate if they have previous accreditation with another organization, along with the organization names and dates.
5. In Part 3, check the box for the type of accreditation sought: full or partial. Full accreditation permits practice before multiple immigration bodies, while partial limits practice to DHS only.
6. Part 4 covers qualifications. Subsection A requires documentation showing character and fitness to represent clients. In Subsection B, provide evidence of the representative’s knowledge in immigration law. For full accreditation (Subsection C), also demonstrate advocacy skills.
7. Subsection D outlines eligibility requirements that the proposed representative must meet, such as employment status and legal standing.
8. For renewal requests, complete Part 5. Provide the date of the last accreditation approval and any necessary documentation if changing accreditation types.
9. In Part 6, both the authorized officer and proposed representative must sign, attesting to the truthfulness of the information provided.
10. Complete Part 7 by providing proof of service to the USCIS District Director. Include details of where copies of the form have been sent.
11. Finally, users can save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Begin your online process by completing the DOJ EOIR-31A form today.