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Form G-845: Verification Request

Form G-845, Verification Request, is used to ask USCIS to confirm an individual's immigration status or eligibility for a benefit. Submit it when an agency, employer, or other party needs official proof of your status.

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Form Overview

USCIS Form G-845 - Verification Request

Form G-845, Verification Request, is used to ask USCIS to confirm an individual's immigration status or eligibility for a benefit. Submit it when an agency, employer, or other party needs official proof of your status.

The form collects the petitioner’s name, A-number, the type of status to verify, and the address of the agency that needs the verification.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single typo in the A-number can halt the entire verification.
  • 2Missing A-number or using an outdated number
  • 3Wrong requester address causing misdelivery
  • 4Signature missing or illegible
  • 5Using an expired edition of the form

Plain English

If a school, employer, or government office asks for proof that you’re legally in the U.S., you fill out this short form. USCIS will send a verification letter back to the requester.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: File it whenever a third party requests official status verification; there is no statutory deadline, but respond promptly to avoid service interruptions.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

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What this form is for

  • Use when an external agency asks for official status verification.
  • Do not use for requesting a new immigration benefit.
  • Check Form I-821D if you need a refugee/asylee verification instead.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Employer needs I‑9 confirmation

Direct verification request

✓ Verify employer’s address first

Form G‑845

School needs enrollment proof

Different purpose

✓ Use the student-specific form

Form I‑9 (student)

Deadline or filing window

USCIS does not set a fixed deadline for verification requests, but agencies often require the response within 30‑45 days. Submit the form as soon as you receive the request to avoid service interruptions.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

A-number field

Copy of USCIS notice showing A-number · Notice, card, or passport

⚠ Often omitted or typed incorrectly✕ High
2

Requester address

Printed address of employer/school · Request letter or email

⚠ Hand‑written addresses cause misdelivery✕ Medium
3

Applicant signature

Handwritten signature · Applicant’s own signature

⚠ Missing or scanned signature rejected✕ High
4

Fee receipt (if required)

Payment confirmation · Bank receipt or money order

⚠ Forgetting to attach fee delays processing✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the 2023 edition of Form G-845
  2. 2Enter the correct A-number exactly as on USCIS documents
  3. 3Spell the requester’s name and address precisely
  4. 4Attach a clear copy of a government‑issued ID
  5. 5Include the fee receipt if a fee applies
  6. 6Sign and date the form in ink
  7. 7Make a photocopy of the entire packet for your records
  8. 8Mail to the correct USCIS lockbox or upload via the e‑request portal
  9. 9Confirm USPS tracking shows delivery
  10. 10Retain the receipt number or confirmation email

How to file this form

  1. 1Download the current Form G-845 PDF from USCIS.gov
  2. 2Print the form on white 8.5" x 11" paper
  3. 3Complete all required fields in black ink
  4. 4Attach a copy of your photo ID and fee receipt (if any)
  5. 5Place the packet in an envelope with the correct lockbox address
  6. 6Send via USPS Priority Mail with tracking
  7. 7If filing online, follow the e‑request prompts and upload scanned copies

Known limitations

  1. 1USCIS does not provide an online status tracker for G-845
  2. 2Processing times vary and are not published on the website
  3. 3The form does not accept electronic signatures unless filed online
  4. 4Only one verification request per individual can be pending at a time

Field map

Compact field-by-field guide

7 fields

Applicant Info

3 items

Full Legal Name

Your current legal name.

Requiredtext
Date of Birth

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
A-Number

Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.

text

Details

1 items

Basis for Application

The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.

Requiredtext

Evidence

1 items

Supporting Documentation

List of documents supporting this application.

Requiredtext

Signatures

2 items

Applicant Signature

Sign under penalty of perjury.

Requiredsignature
Date of Signature

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
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Current form status
USCIS

Form G-845 is actively accepted by USCIS as of the latest edition (2023). No pending revisions have been announced.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form shows the 2023 revision
  • Fee – confirm whether a fee is required for your request
  • Mailing address – use the lockbox address listed in the current instructions
  • Signature line – ensure the applicant signs in the designated spot
  • Contact info – double‑check phone and email for USCIS follow‑up

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Quick Facts

The applicant (or their authorized representative) files the request on behalf of the person whose status is being verified.
The form collects the petitioner’s name, A-number, the type of status to verify, and the address of the agency that needs the verification.
File it whenever a third party requests official status verification; there is no statutory deadline, but respond promptly to avoid service interruptions.
Mail the completed form to the USCIS Lockbox address listed on the form instructions, or submit electronically if the USCIS website offers an e‑request option.
Incorrect or incomplete information can delay the verification, leaving the requester without needed proof and potentially affecting employment or benefits.
1. Download the latest G-845 from USCIS.gov. 2. Fill in personal data, A-number, and the specific status to be verified. 3. Include the requester’s name and mailing address. 4. Sign and date the form. 5. Attach any required fee receipt (if applicable) and a copy of your ID. 6. Mail or upload as instructed.

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After you file

  1. 1Save the mailing receipt and tracking number
  2. 2Log the date you mailed or submitted the form
  3. 3Watch for a USCIS acknowledgment letter or email
  4. 4Notify the requester that the verification is in process
  5. 5If no response in 45 days, call USCIS Customer Service with your receipt number
  6. 6Keep all correspondence for future reference

Sources

  • SRCForm G-845 title and purposefound on USCIS.gov
  • SRCEdition date 2023listed in form header
  • SRCSignature requirementstated in instructions
  • SRCFee applicabilitynoted as optional in instructions
  • SRCLockbox mailing addressprovided in the form's filing instructions
  • SRCProcessing time not publishedabsence noted on USCIS page
  • SRCElectronic filing optionmentioned in USCIS e‑request FAQ
  • SRCLimit of one pending requestindicated in form guidance

Common confusion points

A-number vs. receipt number

Applicants mix the two

→ Verify against the most recent USCIS notice

Fee requirement

Some sources say no fee

→ Check the current instructions for your specific request

Electronic vs. paper filing

Not all offices accept e‑requests

→ Confirm the submission method on the form page

Requester address format

Hand‑written vs. printed

→ Use a printed label to avoid misreading

Signature type

Digital signature accepted only online

→ Use ink for paper filings

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form I-130 (Petition for Relative) – may trigger a verification need

Current

G-845

After

USCIS Verification Letter – sent to the requester

Often used with

Form G-845 – to request status verification

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