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Form AR-11: Alien’s Change of Address Card
DHS Form AR-11 is Alien’s Change of Address Card used by aliens registered in the U.S. to report address changes; all aliens are required to report any change or new address.
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USCIS Form AR-11 - Alien’s Change of Address Card
DHS Form AR-11 is Alien’s Change of Address Card used by aliens registered in the U.S. to report address changes; all aliens are required to report any change or new address.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to separately notify the Immigration Court if you are currently in immigration proceedings.
- 2Failing to complete the mandatory fields indicated by an asterisk (*).
- 3Listing a PO Box as the Present Physical Address instead of a physical location.
- 4Not providing the Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy) when signing Form AR-11.
- 5Forgetting to list the Previous Physical Address if one existed prior to the change.
Plain English
This form lets an alien registered with USCIS update their current mailing and physical addresses. It ensures that government agencies can contact the individual regarding their immigration benefits. Failure to submit this card properly can lead to penalties like fines, imprisonment, or removal from the U.S.
Submission Date
- Filing date: All aliens subject to registration requirements must report a change of address within 10 days of that change.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when an alien registered in the U.S. needs to report a change of address or establish a new address.
- Do not use it when you are filing for identity, age, or status proof; Form AR-11 is not evidence of these claims.
- Check Form AR-11 instead when reporting an address change for an alien subject to registration requirements.
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Filing with Immigration Court
Filing Form AR-11 with USCIS does not update your address with the Immigration Court.
✓ Check instructions for required separate notification.
Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
General Address Update
This form is specifically for aliens subject to registration requirements reporting a change of address within 10 days of the change.
✓ Ensure you complete all fields and sign/date it.
Form AR-11 (Alien’s Change of Address Card)
Address Change Within 10 Days
Aliens subject to registration requirements must use this form to report changes within 10 days of that change.
✓ Confirm the date of signature matches the timing of the address change.
Deadline or filing window
The trigger event is any change or new address for an alien subject to registration requirements. The deadline following this change is 10 days. There is no mention of a specific extension period on Form AR-11.
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What you need before filling it out
Present Physical Address
Street Number and Name, ZIP Code, State, City or Town, Ste. Number Flr. Apt. · Present Physical Address section (p.1)
Alien Registration Number (A-Number)
The specific A-Number assigned to the alien. · Information About You section (p.1)
Date of Birth
Must be in mm/dd/yyyy format. · Information About You section (p.1)
Signature & Date
Your signature and the current date of signing (mm/dd/yyyy). · Information About You section (p.1)
Mailing Address
The new address where USCIS should send correspondence. · Mailing Address section (p.1)
Previous Physical Address
The old physical location details, including the USPS ZIP Code Lookup. · Previous Physical Address section (p.1)
Before you submit
- 1Complete all fields on Form AR-11.
- 2Ensure your signature is placed in the designated space under 'Your Signature'.
- 3Record the exact Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy) next to your signature.
- 4Verify that you have provided a Present Physical Address (and it has no PO Box).
- 5Confirm that all fields marked with an asterisk (*) are filled out.
- 6If applicable, complete the Mailing Address and Previous Physical Address sections.
- 7Check if you must separately notify the Immigration Court if you are in immigration proceedings.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form AR-11, including your personal details and both current and previous addresses.
- 2Sign and date Form AR-11 within 10 days of the address change (if subject to registration requirements).
- 3Mail the completed form to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services at Attn: Change of Address, 1344 Pleasants Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.
- 4Keep a copy of the signed Form AR-11 as proof of filing.
Known limitations
- 1The information provided on Form AR-11 is not evidence of identity, age, or status claimed.
- 2If an alien is in immigration proceedings, filing Form AR-11 with USCIS does not update the address with the Immigration Court separately; the court must also be notified.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition is 11/02/22. The source directs users to www.uscis.gov/addresschange for detailed instructions, implying that page contains the most up-to-date information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm it reads 11/02/22.
- Fee — Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site.
- Mailing address — confirm it is Attn: Change of Address, 1344 Pleasants Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.
- Signature — ensure your signature appears in the designated space and you provide a Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy).
- Mandatory Fields — confirm all fields marked with an asterisk (*) are completed.
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After you file
- 1Complete all fields on Form AR-11, sign and date the form before mailing it to USCIS.
- 2Retain a copy of the completed Form AR-11 after filing it with USCIS.
- 3The agency uses the information provided for statistical and record-keeping purposes.
- 4If an address change is reported, all aliens subject to registration requirements must report it within 10 days of the change.
Sources
- SRCForm AR-11 Edition 11/02/22 is the Alien's Change of Address Card | Form p.1
- SRCAll aliens are required to report any change or new address unless exempted | Form p.2
- SRCThe primary purpose for providing information on Form AR-11 is to report a change of address | Instructions p.2
- SRCFailure to report a change of address may result in a fine, imprisonment and/or removal (8 U.S.C. sections 1227(a)(3) and 1306) | Form p.2
- SRCAll aliens subject to registration requirements may use this form to report a change of address within 10 days of such change | Form p.2
- SRCThe required mailing address for USCIS is Attn: Change of Address, 1344 Pleasants Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 | Instructions p.2
Common confusion points
Do I need to fill out both a Present Physical Address AND a Mailing Address?
The source says 'No PO Boxes' for the Present Physical Address
This means the physical location where you actually live must be listed in that section.
What if my address change is being handled by an Immigration Court?
Filing Form AR-11 with USCIS does not automatically update your address there; you must notify the court separately.
Does filing this form guarantee my address will be updated everywhere?
The information provided is mandatory, but it only updates records used by DHS/USCIS, not necessarily all other entities.
What if I have an A-Number (Alien Registration Number)?
If you do, you must include it on Form AR-11 alongside your name and date of birth.
Is this form just for people seeking benefits?
No; except for those exempted, all aliens in the U.S. are required to report any change or new address.
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- Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site (Failure to comply may result in a fine, imprisonment and/or removal.)
Questions about USCIS Form AR-11
What is USCIS Form AR-11 used for?
This form lets an alien registered with USCIS update their current mailing and physical addresses. It ensures that government agencies can contact the individual regarding their immigration benefits. Failure to submit this card properly can lead to penalties like fines, imprisonment, or removal from the U.S.
Who must file USCIS Form AR-11?
All aliens in the U.S., except for those exempted, must report any change of address or new address using Form AR-11.
What information does USCIS Form AR-11 require?
The form collects personal identifiers such as Name, A-Number, and Date of Birth. It requires listing both a Present Physical Address (and optional Mailing Address) and the Previous Physical Address.
When is USCIS Form AR-11 due?
All aliens subject to registration requirements must report a change of address within 10 days of that change.
Where do I file USCIS Form AR-11?
The form is mailed to Attn: Change of Address at USCIS, located at 1344 Pleasants Drive in Harrisonburg, VA 22801. DHS may also share the information with other agencies.
How do I complete USCIS Form AR-11?
First, complete all mandatory fields on Form AR-11, including both physical addresses. Second, provide your signature and date of signature (mm/dd/yyyy). Finally, mail the completed form to the specified USCIS address.
What happens if USCIS Form AR-11 is filed incorrectly?
Failure to report a change of address may result in a fine, imprisonment and/or removal from the United States; this failure could also jeopardize future visa or immigration benefits.
The source says 'No PO Boxes' for the Present Physical Address — what should I check?
This means the physical location where you actually live must be listed in that section.
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