I-865

What is i-865?

The i-865 is a specific form used by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for certain individuals who need to request a replacement for their Permanent Resident Card, also known as a Green Card. This form is essential for those who have lost their Green Card, had it stolen, or had it damaged beyond use. By completing the i-865, individuals can inform the USCIS about their lost or damaged Green Card and request a new one to be issued.

What are the types of i-865?

There are no specific types of i-865 forms. The i-865 is a singular form used for requesting a replacement Green Card. However, different situations may arise that require individuals to complete the i-865 form. Whether your Green Card is lost, stolen, or damaged, the i-865 is the form you need to complete and submit to the USCIS to initiate the process of obtaining a new Permanent Resident Card.

Lost Green Card
Stolen Green Card
Damaged Green Card

How to complete i-865

Completing the i-865 form is a straightforward process that requires attention to detail and accurate information. Here are the steps to complete the i-865 form:

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Download and print the i-865 form from the official USCIS website.
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Read the instructions provided with the form carefully to understand the requirements and gather all the necessary documentation.
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Fill in the requested information accurately, providing details about the reason for requesting a new Green Card and any relevant circumstances.
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Double-check the form for any errors or missing information before submitting it.
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Submit the completed i-865 form to the USCIS according to the instructions provided, along with any required supporting documents.
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Await communication from the USCIS regarding the processing of your request and follow any additional instructions provided.

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Questions & answers

If you are a U.S. citizen or non-citizen sponsor, you have to update your address by filing Form I- 865, Sponsors Notice of Change of Address. This form has to be mailed to the USCIS, and cannot be filed online.
Fortunately, it's easy and free to request a copy of your signed I-864 from the government. To do this, you file a Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) request. The request is filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
If you, as a sponsor, change your address, you must submit a completed and signed Form I-865 to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Affidavit of Support Checklist Sponsor's Federal income tax records. Most recent year's income tax return. Copy of Form 1099 (if applicable) Joint asset values (if applicable) Certificate of citizenship (for naturalized U.S. citizens) Copy of green card (for permanent residents) Form I-864A (for some sponsors)
USCIS no longer offers paper copies of forms that are available to file online. We recommend that you set up an online account and file those forms online. To view a list of forms available to file online, visit our forms page.
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