How do You Properly Change Your Address with USCIS?

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After the case is filed, it is very important that each individual update his or her address with USCIS.  If you do not receive your mail, your case could be denied.

When do I need to update my address with USCIS?

You are required to update your address within 10 days of moving.  However, if your mailing address changes, you should update it with USCIS immediately.

How do I update my address with USCIS?

USCIS states that individuals with a myUSCIS account can change their address through their online portal.

For clients without a myUSCIS account, changes in address should be registered via this page Online Change of Address USCIS [according to the instructions below].

You will need to update the following receipt numbers for the US citizen.

♦  Receipt No. for Form I-129f

Where to I find the receipt number ?

You will receive a Form I-797C, Notice of Action – basically just a receipt.  There will be a box with “Receipt Number” listed.  This is the number that must be updated online with USCIS.

Will I receive a confirmation of address change?

Once you submit the online change of address form, you will be able to print a confirmation number.  You will also immediately receive an email confirmation via the email provided.  Save your confirmation number!

In approximately three weeks, you should receive confirmation by mail at your new address that your change of address went through.  If you do not, you should also call USCIS at 1 (800) 375-5283 to verify that the address has been changed.

What else should I do?

Make sure that the post man or woman knows you live at your new address so that they do not return your mail to USCIS on accident.  You can do this with a note in the mailbox, etc.  You should also sign up for Informed Delivery with the post office so that you are aware of incoming mail.

Finally, you should have mail forwarded from your old address to your new address.  USCIS will generally instruct the post office not to forward mail, however, so you should not rely on forwarding.