The Complete Guide To US Immigration Forms - Immikare

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers a wide range of immigration forms for various purposes, from applying for visas and green cards to petitioning for relatives and requesting citizenship. Below is a comprehensive list of common U.S. immigration forms organized by category.

List Of U.S. Immigration Forms Along With Explanations

1. Petition Forms

FORMS..	PETITION FOR	USED FOR
I-129	Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker	Used by employers to petition for a nonimmigrant worker to come to the U.S. temporarily to perform services or labor, or to receive training
I-130	Petition for Alien Relative	Filed by U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to establish a relationship with certain relatives who wish to immigrate to the U.S.
I-140	Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker	Filed by employers to sponsor a foreign worker for a U.S. green card based on employment
I-360	Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant	Used for various classifications including Amerasians, widows or widowers of U.S. citizens, and special immigrants like religious workers
I-526	Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor	Used by investors seeking to obtain a U.S. green card through investment in a new commercial enterprise in the U.S.
I-600 / I-600A	Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relative/ Application for Advance Processing of Orphan Petition	Used by U.S. citizens adopting a child internationally to classify the child as an immediate relative
I-601 / I-601A	Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility/ Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver	Used to request a waiver for certain grounds of inadmissibility that prevent a person from obtaining a visa, green card, or other benefits
I-730	Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition	Filed by refugees or asylees to bring their qualifying family members to the U.S.
I-751	Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence	Filed by conditional permanent residents (who obtained status through marriage) to remove conditions and obtain a 10-year green card
I-800 / I-800A	Petition to Classify Convention Adoptee as an Immediate Relative/ Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Country	Used in adoptions from countries that are parties to the Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption

2. Application Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION FOR	USED FOR
I-90	Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card	Used to renew or replace a green card
I-102	Application for Replacement/ Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document	Filed to replace a lost or stolen Form I-94 (Arrival-Departure Record)
I-129F	Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)	Filed by U.S. citizens to bring a foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. for marriage
I-131	Application for Travel Document	Used to apply for various travel documents, including Advance Parole and Refugee Travel Documents
I-134	Affidavit of Support	A declaration of financial support submitted by someone sponsoring an immigrant or visitor to the U.S.
I-290B	Notice of Appeal or Motion	Filed to appeal a decision or reopen/reconsider a decision made by USCIS
I-485	Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status	Filed by individuals in the U.S. to apply for a green card
I-539	Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status	Used to extend or change nonimmigrant status while in the U.S.
I-589	Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal	Filed by individuals seeking asylum in the U.S. and protection from removal
I-600	Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relative	Filed by U.S. citizens to adopt an orphan from a foreign country
I-601	Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility	Used to request a waiver for inadmissibility reasons
I-765	Application for Employment Authorization	Filed to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
I-821	Application for Temporary Protected Status	Filed by individuals from designated countries who cannot return due to conditions like war or natural disasters
I-824	Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition	Filed to request a duplicate approval notice or notify a U.S. consulate of an approved petition
I-829	Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status	Filed by EB-5 investors to remove conditions on their green card
I-864/ I-864A	Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA/ Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member	Used to demonstrate financial support for intending immigrants and to prevent them from becoming a public charge

3. Naturalization And Citizenship Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION FOR	USED FOR
N-400	Application for Naturalization	Filed by permanent residents to apply for U.S. citizenship
N-600	Application for Certificate of Citizenship	Filed by individuals who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship at birth or automatically after birth but need a certificate
N-600K	Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322	Used to apply for citizenship for children born and residing outside the U.S. who did not acquire citizenship at birth
N-336	Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings	Filed to request a hearing on a denied naturalization application
N-565	Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document	Filed to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged naturalization or citizenship certificate
N-648	Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions	Filed by applicants seeking an exemption from the English and civics requirements for naturalization due to a disability

4. Employment Authorization Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION FOR	USED FOR
I-765	Application for Employment Authorization	Filed to obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) that allows the holder to work in the U.S.
I-912	Request for Fee Waiver	Used to request a waiver for certain USCIS fees based on financial hardship

5. Travel And Re-entry Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION FOR	USED FOR
I-131	Application for Travel Document	Used to apply for travel documents such as Re-entry Permit, Refugee Travel Document, or Advance Parole
I-327	Re-entry Permit	Allows lawful permanent residents to re-enter the U.S. after traveling abroad for up to two years without losing their status
I-407	Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status	Used to formally abandon permanent resident status
I-193	Application for Waiver of Passport and/or Visa	Used to request a waiver for the passport or visa requirement due to an emergency

6. Adjustment Of Status And Green Card-Related Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION/PETITION FOR	USED FOR
I-485	Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status	Filed by individuals in the U.S. to apply for a green card
I-751	Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence	Filed to remove conditions on a green card obtained through marriage
I-944	Declaration of Self-Sufficiency (Form no longer in use)	Was used to demonstrate that an applicant was not likely to become a public charge
I-131	Application for Travel Document (Advance Parole)	Allows applicants awaiting adjustment of status to travel abroad and return to the U.S.

7. Affidavit Of Support Forms

FORMS..	AFFIDAVIT FOR	USED FOR
I-864	Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA	Filed by sponsors to show they have sufficient income or assets to support an immigrant
I-864EZ	Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA	Simplified version of I-864 for certain cases
I-864W	Intending Immigrant’s Affidavit of Support Exemption	Filed by certain immigrants who are exempt from the affidavit of support requirement
I-864A	Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member	Used when a household member agrees to contribute income to meet the financial requirement

8. Miscellaneous Forms

FORMS..	APPLICATION/NOTICE FOR	USED FOR
G-28	Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative	Used by attorneys or representatives to notify USCIS that they are representing someone
G-639	Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request	Used to request records from USCIS
AR-11	Alien’s Change of Address Card	Used to report a change of address to USCIS
I-290B	Notice of Appeal or Motion	Filed to appeal or request reopening or reconsideration of a USCIS decision
I-693	Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record	Required for adjustment of status applicants to prove they meet health-related requirements
I-824	Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition	Filed to request action on an already approved application or petition

Understanding Citizenship And Immigration Services

Learn about the role of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in processing immigration forms and providing immigration services.

Understand the different types of immigration benefits, including lawful permanent resident status and immigrant visas.

Familiarize yourself with the USCIS website and online resources for immigration forms and information.

Some USCIS Forms And Their Uses

• Use Form I-130 to petition for a family-based immigrant visa.
• Use Form I-140 to petition for an employment-based immigrant visa.
• Use Form I-485 to apply for lawful permanent resident status.
• Use Form I-765 to apply for employment authorization.
• Use Form I-864 to demonstrate that the applying immigrant has adequate means of financial support.

Immigrant Petition Process

U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents residing in the United States must file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with USCIS.

Petitions can be filed electronically or through the traditional paper process through the mail.

Learn about the petition approval process and what to expect after submitting your petition.

Filing And Submitting Immigration Forms

File your form online for a more convenient and secure experience.

Use the USCIS website to access and submit online forms.

Understand the requirements for online filing and how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader to complete and print forms.

Learn about the USCIS lockbox facility and how to submit paper forms.

Immigration Services And Travel Documents

Apply for or retrieve your I-94 admission number/record, which is proof of legal visitor status.

Use the official government website to apply for or retrieve your I-94 form and view your travel history.

Learn about the essential immigration terms and requirements for lawful permanent residents and immigrants to register permanent residence and obtain immigration documents.

Troubleshooting And Next Steps

Understand the process for requesting a fee waiver for certain immigration forms and services based on a demonstrated inability to pay.

Learn about the special rule cancellation process and how to adjust your status.

Familiarize yourself with the USCIS website and online resources for troubleshooting and next steps in the immigration process.