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Form I-566: Interagency Record of Request - A, G or NATO Dependent Employment Authorization or Change/Adjustment to/from A, G or NATO Status
DHS Form I-566 is an Interagency Record of Request used to ask for employment authorization or a change/adjustment of status for A, G, or NATO nonimmigrants and their dependents. The form expires on 03/31/2027.
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USCIS Form I-566 - Interagency Record of Request - A, G or NATO Dependent Employment Authorization or Change/Adjustment to/from A, G or NATO Status
DHS Form I-566 is an Interagency Record of Request used to ask for employment authorization or a change/adjustment of status for A, G, or NATO nonimmigrants and their dependents. The form expires on 03/31/2027.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submit exactly two copies of Form I-566 with your request to avoid immediate rejection.
- 2Filing Form I-566 without submitting all requested supporting evidence.
- 3Submitting only one copy of Form I-566 instead of the required two copies.
- 4Using a stamped or typewritten name in place of a proper signature on the form.
- 5Failing to have a valid United States address when filing the request.
Plain English
This form allows certain individuals to request permission to work in the U.S. or to officially change their current immigration status to an A, G, or NATO designation. It is used when a nonimmigrant needs authorization for employment or when they need their status adjusted to lawful permanent resident status.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be filed as part of the process when a benefit is being requested. There is no single deadline stated; rather, it is used to initiate requests for various benefits.
- 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 requesting employment authorization or change/adjustment of status for an eligible dependent of an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant; an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant changing status; a nonimmigrant being offered a position requiring reclassification as A, G, or NATO (and their dependents); or an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant requesting adjustment to lawful permanent resident status.
- Do not use this form when the request is for something else, as it specifically covers employment authorization or change/adjustment of status benefits for A, G, or NATO individuals and their dependents.
- Check Form I-102 instead when needing to obtain a replacement or initial Form I-94.
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This form is required if the requestor is a French national.
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Deadline or filing window
Form I-566 must be submitted when the benefit request occurs, but specific deadlines are not listed. Once USCIS accepts the request, it checks for completeness; failure to complete it properly means no basis for eligibility is established.
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What you need before filling it out
General Request
All evidence and supporting documents listed in Instructions must be submitted. · Various sections of the Instructions
Adjustment of Status (LPR)
Form I-94; Form I-485; All documentation establishing eligibility. · Section 5, Item Number 10
Foreign Language Translation
Translator's signature, printed name, date, and contact info. · Instructions p.2
Passport/Travel Document Use
Passport or travel document information must be entered even if expired. · Appropriate space on the request form
French National Request
USCIS Form I-508F. · Section D, Item Number 10
Before you submit
- 1Ensure every person requesting benefits files a separate USCIS Form I-566.
- 2Submit two copies of the completed USCIS Form I-566.
- 3Verify that all evidence and supporting documents listed in the Instructions are included with the filing.
- 4If applying for adjustment to LPR, confirm Forms I-94 and I-485 are attached.
- 5If applicable, ensure the translator's certification includes their contact information.
- 6Confirm the date of your last arrival into the United States (Item Number 16) is in mm/dd/yyyy format.
- 7Verify that the required passport or travel document numbers are entered on the form.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of USCIS Form I-566, ensuring each person files a separate copy.
- 2Attach two copies of the completed USCIS Form I-566 to your package.
- 3Gather and attach all necessary evidence and supporting documents as detailed in the Instructions.
- 4Submit the complete package to the designated filing location found at www.uscis.gov/I-566, proving submission via mail or electronic receipt.
Known limitations
- 1The form allows a nonimmigrant in another status to request reclassification as an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant when offered a position that requires that classification; this applies to the nonimmigrant and any dependents in another nonimmigrant status.
- 2If the principal alien is submitting Form I-566 on their own behalf, Part 2 (Information About Principal Alien) should not be completed.
- 3If an eligible dependent of a NATO nonimmigrant is applying for employment authorization, the DOS Personal Identification Number (PID) may be entered by a certifying official.
- 4The form must have a United States address provided to file this request.
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name.
MM/DD/YYYY.
Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.
Details
1 items
The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents supporting this application.
Signatures
2 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
MM/DD/YYYY.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm 01/20/25.
- Fee — See Form G-1055 for specific fee information.
- Mailing address — Do not mail to the address listed on page 12 (Item Number 1615-0027).
- Signature — A photocopied, faxed, or scanned copy of an original handwritten signature is valid.
- Copies — Submit two copies of Form I-566.
- Translator Certification — If applicable, ensure the translator certifies completion, accuracy, and competence.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the completed Form I-566 after filing.
- 2If USCIS accepts the request, it will be checked for completeness; failure to complete properly means no basis for eligibility is established.
- 3USCIS may request more information or evidence to support the request and may ask for originals of submitted copies.
- 4If an original document is requested by USCIS, the agency will return it after determining it is no longer needed.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The purpose of Form I-566 is to allow certain persons to request employment authorization or change/adjustment of status.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Item Number 10 on Form I-566 requires the Alien Registration Number (A-Number), which begins with “A”.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — If you do not have an A-Number, type or print “N/A” in Item Number 10.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Item Number 12 on Form I-566 is for the Department of State (DOS) Personal Identification Number (PID).
- SRCInstructions p.4 — If an eligible dependent of a NATO nonimmigrant applies for employment authorization, the PID may be entered by a certifying official.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Item Number 13 on Form I-566 is the USCIS Online Account Number (OAN), which is only available if you previously filed a form with an IOE receipt number.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — The OMB No. for this form is 1615-0027, and it expires on 03/31/2027.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Part 2 of Form I-566 covers Information About Principal Alien; if the principal alien files it themselves, they should not complete this section.
Common confusion points
What should I write if I don't have an A-Number?
Type or print “N/A” in Item Number 10 on Form I-566.
→ Check the instructions for guidance.
Do my two numbers (A-Number vs. OAN) mean the same thing?
No, they are not the same; the A-Number identifies immigration records, while the OAN is a USCIS Online Account Number.
→ Review Part 4 of the instructions regarding Item Numbers 10 and 8.
When should I enter my PID on Form I-566?
Eligible A and G nonimmigrants provide it; for eligible dependents of NATO nonimmigrants, the certifying official may enter it (Item Number 12).
→ Check if you are the principal alien or an eligible dependent in Part 4.
How do I know if I have a USCIS Online Account Number (OAN)?
You must have previously filed a form that has a receipt number beginning with IOE.
→ Look for this specific receipt number on previous filings.
If my current status is G-1, what should I put in the status field?
Enter the code G-1 in the space provided (as an example from Part 4).
→ Refer to the instructions for other applicable codes.
What happens if you don't submit required evidence with Form I-566?
USCIS may reject or deny the request for failure to submit requested evidence, according to 8 CFR 103.2(b)(1) and these Instructions.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-566
What is USCIS Form I-566 used for?
This form allows certain individuals to request permission to work in the U.S. or to officially change their current immigration status to an A, G, or NATO designation. It is used when a nonimmigrant needs authorization for employment or when they need their status adjusted to lawful permanent resident status.
Who must file USCIS Form I-566?
An eligible dependent of an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant must file Form I-566 if requesting employment authorization. Also, an A, G, or NATO nonimmigrant may file it when requesting a change to another nonimmigrant status or adjustment to lawful permanent resident status.
What information does USCIS Form I-566 require?
The form collects details about the requestor and the principal alien (the person whose status is derived). Parts 9 (DOS, USLO to NATO/HQ SACT, and/or DOS USUN Information) and Part 10 (USCIS Information) collect specific identifying data.
When is USCIS Form I-566 due?
The form must be filed as part of the process when a benefit is being requested. There is no single deadline stated; rather, it is used to initiate requests for various benefits.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-566?
To file Form I-566, the requestor must have a United States address. The instructions advise visiting www.uscis.gov/addresschange or calling the USCIS Contact Center for filing location details.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-566?
The requestor must complete all necessary fields on Form I-566 and submit two copies of the form. The applicant (or their signing authority) must properly sign the application; a stamped or typewritten name is not accepted as a substitute for a signature.
What happens if USCIS Form I-566 is filed incorrectly?
If the application is not signed, or if the signature provided is invalid, USCIS will reject the Form I-566, as stated in 8 CFR 103.2(a)(7)(ii)(A).
What should I write if I don't have an A-Number?
Type or print “N/A” in Item Number 10 on Form I-566. Check the instructions for guidance.
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