Notice of Appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (Form EOIR-26) (if applicable)

If the immigration judge issues a decision that is unfavorable to the respondent, they have the right to appeal the decision to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). To initiate an appeal, the respondent must file a Notice of Appeal (Form EOIR-26) with the BIA within 30 days of the immigration judge’s decision. The Notice of Appeal must include a statement of the reasons for the appeal and any supporting arguments. Filing a Notice of Appeal does not automatically stay the execution of the removal order, so the respondent may need to file a separate motion for a stay of removal.