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Form I-824: Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition
USCIS Form I-824 is used to request further action on a previously approved application or petition filed with USCIS or CBP. The form must be submitted while the approval is valid, as it cannot be used if the previous approval has expired or been revoked.
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USCIS Form I-824 - Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition
USCIS Form I-824 is used to request further action on a previously approved application or petition filed with USCIS or CBP. The form must be submitted while the approval is valid, as it cannot be used if the previous approval has expired or been revoked.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not use Form I-824 if the previous approval has expired or was revoked.
- 2Filing without properly completing any item on the form can lead to rejection by USCIS.
- 3Submitting an application with a stamped or typewritten name instead of a proper signature.
- 4Failing to provide a physical street address (Item 14.a.-h) and only listing a PO Box.
- 5For CBP filings, forgetting to select Item Number 1.a. for the Reason for Request in Part 2.
Plain English
This form allows an individual to ask U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to take another step on a case that has already been approved. For example, one might use it to request a correction to their approval notice.
Submission Date
- Filing date: An applicant may file Form I-824 at any time while the previously approved application or petition is valid or pending.
- 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 further action on a previously approved application or petition filed with USCIS or CBP.
- Do not use this form when verifying the status of a pending application or petition.
- Check Form I-824 instead when requesting action on an approved application or petition.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting duplicate Form I-192 or Form I-212 approval notice
Required if the original document was lost, stolen, or mutilated.
✓ Check Part 2 selection on Form I-824.
Requesting duplicate indefinite waiver prior to April 1, 1998
Necessary for obtaining a copy of an older indefinite waiver (if not revoked/voided).
✓ Ensure the waiver was issued before 04/01/1998.
Filing with CBP and needing action on an approved application
This form is used to request specific actions from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
✓ File this at a CBP-designated Port-of-Entry or mail it.
Deadline or filing window
The filing window for USCIS Form I-824 opens when the previously approved application or petition becomes valid or pending. There is no specific end date stated, but a separate Form I-824 must be filed for every distinct action being requested.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Part 2, Item 1.a., 1.b., 1.c., or 1.d. selected
Copy of Form I-797 for the previously approved application/petition · Instructions p.7
Part 2, Item 1.e. selected
Copy of Form N-550, Certificate of Naturalization · Instructions p.7
General Application Submission
All evidence requested in the instructions · Instructions p.7
Signature Validity
Original handwritten ink signature copy · Form p.4/Instructions p.2
Address Change (USCIS)
Proof of new address (if applicable) · Instructions p.8
Before you submit
- 1Type or print all information legibly using black ink.
- 2Complete Part 7 if extra space is needed for any item.
- 3Attach copies (front and back) of required supporting documents.
- 4Select the appropriate Part 2 Item Number(s) based on the action requested.
- 5Include a copy of Form I-197 or N-550 as evidence, if applicable.
- 6Ensure the Applicant's Signature is present on Form p.4.
- 7Verify the Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy) on Form p.4.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all fields on USCIS Form I-824 using black ink, typing or printing legibly.
- 2Attach copies (front and back) of the necessary evidence, such as Form I-797 or N-550.
- 3Sign and date the form on Part 4.
- 4File with USCIS by mailing it to a designated Lockbox (Note: do not send change of address requests here), OR file directly through www.uscis.gov/I-824.
- 5Alternatively, if filing with CBP, submit the request at the designated Port-of-Entry or mail it to the Admissibility Review Office.
Known limitations
- 1Form I-824 cannot be used to verify the status of a pending application or petition.
- 2If requesting follow-to-join benefits for spouse/children, do not file with USCIS if you fall into one of these classifications: (1) issued an immigrant visa via consular processing and admitted as LPR; (2) granted refugee status after admission; (3) granted status as an asylee; or (4) gained LPR status through a T or U visa.
- 3Do not file Form I-824 with USCIS if the request is for further action on an application/petition that was denied, revoked, terminated, or withdrawn.
- 4If requesting a correction of an error on a previously approved application or petition, use Form I-824 instead of filing it otherwise.
- 5Do not file Form I-824 with CBP if the request is for a duplicate approval notice that is expired or was revoked.
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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 the instructions reflect 04/01/24.
- Fee — refer to Form G-1055 for specific fee information.
- Mailing address — verify the current CBP Admissibility Review Office address on www.cbp.gov.
- Signature — ensure the signature is handwritten ink (photocopies/scans are valid).
- Form Number — confirm the document header reads USCIS Form I-824.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of your completed Form I-824.
- 2If USCIS accepts the application, it will be checked for completeness to establish eligibility.
- 3USCIS may request additional information or evidence to support the filing.
- 4USCIS may require you to provide originals of any copies submitted.
- 5If an original document is requested by USCIS, it will be returned after USCIS determines it is no longer needed.
- 6USCIS may request that you attend an interview at a USCIS office.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The purpose of Form I-824 is to request further action on a previously approved application or petition.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — USCIS or CBP will not approve Form I-824 if the previous approval is expired or was revoked.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — If requesting follow-to-join benefits, do not file with USCIS if you were issued an immigrant visa via consular processing and admitted as LPR (among other conditions).
- SRCInstructions p.2 — To request replacement of Form I-551 (Permanent Resident Card), one must file Form I-90.
- SRCInstructions p.5 — Item Number 11 on Form I-824 requires the U.S. Social Security Number, or "N/A." if none exists.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — For USCIS filing, contact information is available at www.uscis.gov/I-824 or call 1-800-375-5283 (TTY: 1-800-767-1833).
- SRCInstructions p.9 — Comments regarding the burden estimate for Form I-824 should be sent to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of Policy and Strategy, Regulatory Coordination Division.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site (specific mailing address/email for CBP filing).
Common confusion points
What if my approval is expired or revoked?
You must use Form I-824, but USCIS/CBP will not approve it.
→ Confirm the previous approval status before filing.
Do I need to file with USCIS or CBP?
The choice depends on the request; some requests are specific to each agency (e.g., EAD replacement).
→ Check Part 2 of Form I-824 for guidance if unsure.
What is the difference between an OAN and an A-Number?
An Online Account Number (OAN) is different from your A-Number; you only have an OAN if a receipt number begins with IOE.
→ Check Item 12 on Form I-824 to confirm which number applies.
Where do I send the completed form?
Mailing addresses differ based on whether you file with USCIS or CBP, and specific instructions apply for each agency.
→ Refer to the mailing address section (Item 13.a - 13.i) of Form I-824.
Should I include my country of birth instead of citizenship?
No; Item 9 requires the name of the country where you are a citizen and/or national, not necessarily where you were born.
→ Use Item 9 to verify your nationality.
Can I file Form I-824 if I am filing for a replacement card (like an EAD)?
Yes, but specific forms must be used: EAD requires I-765, Permanent Resident Card requires I-90, etc.
→ Use the list provided in Item 2 of the instructions to confirm the correct accompanying form.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-824
What is USCIS Form I-824 used for?
This form allows an individual to ask U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to take another step on a case that has already been approved. For example, one might use it to request a correction to their approval notice.
Who must file USCIS Form I-824?
An individual must file USCIS Form I-824 when requesting action on an approved application or petition with either USCIS or CBP.
What information does USCIS Form I-824 require?
The form collects information such as the applicant's physical and mailing addresses (Item Numbers 13.a.-i and 14.a.-h), and it requires a specific Reason for Request in Part 2, especially if filing with CBP (Select Item Number 1.a.).
When is USCIS Form I-824 due?
An applicant may file Form I-824 at any time while the previously approved application or petition is valid or pending.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-824?
Applicants can file this form by mailing it to USCIS, or if filing with CBP, they can send it via regular mail or email to [email protected]. Note that a separate Form I-824 must be filed for each action requested.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-824?
First, type or print Form I-824 legibly in black ink. Next, complete all required items, such as providing addresses and selecting the Reason for Request in Part 2. Finally, ensure that you (or your signing authority) properly sign the application; a stamped or typewritten name is not accepted.
What happens if USCIS Form I-824 is filed incorrectly?
If the form is not properly completed, USCIS may reject or deny the application because no basis for eligibility is established. If filing with CBP, failure to address it correctly might mean it does not establish eligibility.
What if my approval is expired or revoked?
You must use Form I-824, but USCIS/CBP will not approve it. Confirm the previous approval status before filing.
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