A Electronic Immigration System (ELIS) is a internal system operates by USCIS that manage USCIS cases. It was developed to modernize immigration benefits filling and adjudication process. It gradually moves USCIS from a paper based application system to an electronic, account-based, paperless system.
With ELIS, applicants can:
- Create and manage your account
- Track your case status in real time
- Submit certain forms and supporting documents electronically
- Make payments online
- Receive notifications online
USCIS use the system to:
- Conduct background and eligibility checks
- Update or consolidate related accounts
- Assist in adjudication
- Provide database for future benefits applications
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