Free immigration legal help in Georgia — BIA-recognized organizations
This page lists every non-profit in Georgia currently authorized by the U.S. Department of Justice (Board of Immigration Appeals / BIA) to provide immigration legal representation. Source: EOIR Recognition & Accreditation Roster, updated quarterly.
BIA-recognized organizations are the cheapest legitimate immigration legal help available — many provide representation free or for sliding-fee based on income. Their accredited representatives (Full Accreditation can appear in court; Partial Accreditation handles USCIS filings only) practice ONLY immigration law.
BIA-recognized organizations in Georgia
16 organizations listed in the EOIR Recognition & Accreditation Roster for Georgia. These non-profits are authorized by the Board of Immigration Appeals to provide immigration legal representation at low or no cost.
| Organization | City | Address | Phone | Recognized | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridging the Gap Project, Inc. | Atlanta | 2100 Parklake Drive, NE, Suite H, Atlanta, GA 30345 | (770) 938-1007 | 12/17/24 | Active |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, Inc. | Atlanta | 2305 Parklake Drive NE, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA 30345 | (678) 222-3932 | 09/14/81 | Active |
| Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network Inc. | Atlanta | 229 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (678) 335-6040 | 09/29/23 | Active |
| Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network Inc. | Atlanta | 3701 College Ave, Clarkston, GA 30021, Decatur | — | 09/29/23 | Active |
| Georgia Legal Services Program, Inc. | Atlanta | 104 Marietta Street, NW, Suite 250, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 463-1633 | 04/09/25 | Active |
| Inspiritus, Inc. | Atlanta | 6555 Abercorn Street, Suite 205, Savannah, GA 31405, Suwanee | (404) 875-0201 | 10/24/14 | Active |
| International Rescue Committee, Inc. | Atlanta | — | 02/23/96 | Active | |
| New American Pathways | Atlanta | 2300 Henderson Mill NE, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30345 | (404) 299-6099 | 03/19/25 | Active |
| Tahirih Justice Center | Atlanta | 230 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 1960, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (470) 481-7400 | 03/22/10 | Active |
| The Latin American Association, Inc. | Atlanta | 2750 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, Canton, Cherokee Family Violence Center 10/11/11 04/03/26* Active, (Pending Renewal) | (404) 638-1800 | 01/03/25 | Active |
| ICNA Relief USA Programs | Decatur | 4773 Memorial Drive, Decatur, GA 30022 | (770) 300-0067 | 04/28/25 | Active |
| Inspiritus, Inc. | Decatur | 143 New Street, Decatur, GA 30030, Gainesville, Hope Immigration Center at Pozo de Esperanza Church 05/04/17 09/20/25* Active, (Pending Renewal) | (678) 852-8523 | 10/24/14 | Active |
| Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Atlanta | Norcross | 5680 Oakbrook Pkwy, Suite 148, Norcross, GA 30093, Immigrant Hope - Atlanta 10/22/13 01/24/26* Active, (Pending Renewal) | (404) 585-8446 | 03/23/16 | Active |
| Angkor Resource Center, Inc. | Riverdale | 640 HWY 138 SW, Riverdale, GA 30274 | (404) 596-8770 | 01/05/18 | Active |
| Immigrant Connection - Georgia | Riverdale | 8561 GA 85, Riverdale, GA 30274, Savannah | (404) 907-1927 | 06/11/15 | Active |
| Christian International Counseling & Ministries | Suwanee | 3150 Old Atlanta Road, Suite 200, Suwanee, GA 30024, Tucker, Tapestri Inc. 10/09/15 01/24/26* Active, (Pending Renewal) | (770) 341-2776 | 11/14/24 | Active |
How to verify and contact a BIA-recognized organization
- Confirm current status at the EOIR roster — recognition can be withdrawn, and the roster is updated quarterly.
- Call ahead to check service availability — many orgs have waitlists, especially for asylum and removal-defense cases.
- Ask about fees before signing a representation agreement. Free or sliding-fee is standard.
- Bring all USCIS notices + photo ID to your intake appointment.
- Beware of “notarios” — only BIA-recognized organizations OR licensed attorneys can give legal advice. A “notario público” in the U.S. is NOT a notario in the Latin American sense and cannot legally represent you.
Related procedural information
- Immigration court in Georgia — the EOIR court that hears removal cases for residents of Georgia
- Legal aid in Georgia — broader civil legal aid (housing, family, public benefits)
- Find an immigration attorney — AILA directory + private bar
- Avoid notario fraud — what to watch for
- Know Your Rights — ICE encounters — constitutional protections
Last verified: 2026-05-27. Source: U.S. Department of Justice EOIR Recognition & Accreditation Roster. General procedural information — not legal advice. Always verify organization status and ask about fees before signing a representation agreement.
BIA recognition program context (2025-2026)
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) Recognition & Accreditation Program is governed by 8 CFR 1292.11-1292.16. Recognition is granted for 3 years initially; renewals require re-application and updated documentation. As of the 2026-04-20 EOIR roster: 1,256 recognized organizations operate 1,420 offices nationwide, with 5,800+ accredited representatives across Full Accreditation (court representation) and Partial Accreditation (USCIS-only practice).
BIA-recognized organizations cannot charge attorney-level fees but may charge “nominal fees” — typically defined by EOIR as covering only direct costs (printing, postage, document preparation). Most organizations charge $0-$200 for full representation in routine cases (USCIS filings, defensive asylum hearings). Compare to private immigration attorney fees: $1,500-$5,000 for asylum cases, $2,500-$8,000 for cancellation of removal, $1,500-$3,000 for adjustment of status.
EOIR publishes the Recognition & Accreditation Roster quarterly at justice.gov/eoir/recognition-accreditation-roster-reports. Verify an organization’s CURRENT status (Active vs Pending Renewal vs Provisional vs Withdrawn) before signing a representation agreement. Organizations whose recognition was withdrawn by EOIR (typically for fraud or compliance issues) cannot practice immigration law.
For attorney directories: AILA Find-A-Lawyer at ailalawyer.com (paid membership, vetted), Legal Services Corporation grantees at lsc.gov (income-limited legal aid), American Bar Association lawyer referral at americanbar.org/groups/legal_services. Avoid “notario” fraud: in the US, a “notary public” is NOT a notario in the Latin American sense and cannot give legal advice. Report notario fraud to your state attorney general AND USCIS at uscis.gov/avoid-scams.
IMMI Help Line: 1-866-787-6111 (Immigrant Justice Network, free Spanish/English) Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. EOIR Hotline for case status: 1-800-898-7180 (24/7 automated; English/Spanish menu).
BIA-recognized immigration help in Georgia
16 locations/organizations on record in Georgia. Always verify directly before visiting.
- Bridging the Gap Project, Inc.
Atlanta - Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, Inc.
Atlanta - Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network Inc.
Atlanta - Georgia Legal Services Program, Inc.
Atlanta - International Rescue Committee, Inc.
Atlanta - New American Pathways
Atlanta - Tahirih Justice Center
Atlanta - The Latin American Association, Inc.
Atlanta - Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network Inc.
Atlanta - ICNA Relief USA Programs
Atlanta - Inspiritus, Inc.
Atlanta - Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Atlanta
Atlanta - Angkor Resource Center, Inc.
Atlanta - Immigrant Connection - Georgia
Atlanta - Inspiritus, Inc.
Atlanta - Christian International Counseling & Ministries
Atlanta
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