What Is a Motion to Set an Individual Calendar Hearing?

If you have a Master Calendar Hearing and want to move your case forward to a Final (Individual) Hearing, you may file a Motion to Set an Individual Calendar Hearing.

This motion essentially asks the immigration judge to schedule your case for a full merits hearing, where testimony and evidence will be presented.

What to Include in Your Motion

When preparing this motion, we generally include the following supporting documents:

• Passport

• Work permit

• Completed biometrics form

• Detailed personal statement

• All relevant evidence supporting your case

• Country condition reports

• News articles describing persecution or risks in your home country

Providing these materials helps show the court that you are ready to proceed and that your case is supported by substantial evidence.

Why It Matters

If the immigration judge grants your motion, you will be given a final hearing date. In some cases, filing this motion is a strategic choice — especially when court backlogs are long or when you want to move your case forward proactively.

Summary:
A Motion to Set can help advance your case to a final hearing. Strong supporting evidence and a complete submission are crucial to success.

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