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Form I-905: Application for Authorization to Issue Certification for Health Care Workers
Form I-905 is used by organizations to request authorization from USCIS to issue certifications for health care workers. This form is typically filed by entities that need to verify credentials of healthcare professionals for immigration purposes.
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USCIS Form I-905 - Application for Authorization to Issue Certification for Health Care Workers
Form I-905 is used by organizations to request authorization from USCIS to issue certifications for health care workers. This form is typically filed by entities that need to verify credentials of healthcare professionals for immigration purposes.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Authorization does not guarantee USCIS will accept your certifications; they must meet all regulatory requirements.
- 2Incorrect organization information leading to rejection
- 3Missing required documentation for health care worker credentials
- 4Insufficient evidence of organizational authority to certify
- 5Outdated form version causing processing delays
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Form I-905 lets organizations get permission from USCIS to certify that health care workers meet professional requirements. If you run a hospital, clinic, or other health facility and need to verify healthcare workers' credentials for immigration purposes, you might need this form.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File this form when your organization needs to begin issuing certifications for health care workers, or when renewing existing authorization that is about to expire.
- 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 your organization needs authorization to issue healthcare worker certifications
- Do not use this form to directly petition for healthcare worker immigration benefits
- Check Form I-129 for petitioning healthcare workers instead of certification
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Use this form or another form?
Authorizing healthcare worker certification
Required for legal certification authority
✓ Verify organization eligibility first
Petitioning healthcare worker immigration
For direct immigration benefit requests
✓ Determine if certification or petition is needed
Deadline or filing window
There is no standard deadline for filing Form I-905, but authorization should be obtained before your organization needs to issue certifications. Processing times vary, so file well in advance of when authorization is needed. Renew authorization before the current authorization expires to avoid gaps in certification authority.
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What you need before filling it out
Organization information
Business registration, licenses, tax IDs · Official records
Healthcare worker credentials
Professional licenses, degrees, certifications · Professional boards
Certification scope
Detailed description of certifications to be issued · Organization policy
Organizational authority
Proof of legal authority to certify · Corporate documents
Before you submit
- 1Verify form is the latest edition
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information
- 3Include required supporting documents
- 4Confirm correct fee amount and payment method
- 5Ensure proper signature of authorized representative
- 6Make copies of entire submission before mailing
- 7Use correct mailing address for your location
- 8Include a cover letter explaining certification purpose
- 9Check for any additional USCIS requirements
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the latest Form I-905 from USCIS website
- 2Complete all sections with organization and healthcare worker information
- 3Gather required documentation proving organizational authority and worker credentials
- 4Prepare payment in correct amount and format
- 5Sign the form as authorized organizational representative
- 6Mail completed form with documents and payment to appropriate USCIS service center
- 7Track processing time using receipt number
- 8Wait for approval before issuing certifications
Known limitations
- 1Authorization does not guarantee healthcare workers will meet immigration requirements
- 2USCIS may audit certifications and verify their accuracy
- 3Form does not expedite immigration processes for healthcare workers
- 4Authorization may be revoked if certifications are found to be inaccurate
- 5Form must be resubmitted for significant changes in certification scope
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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 using the latest version available on USCIS website
- Fee: Check current fee amount on USCIS website before submitting
- Mailing address: Verify correct service center address for submission
- Supporting documents: Ensure all required organizational credentials are included
- Signature: Form must be properly signed by authorized organizational representative
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After you file
- 1Keep a complete copy of the submitted form and all supporting documents
- 2Monitor USCIS processing times using your receipt number
- 3Do not issue certifications until receiving formal authorization
- 4Maintain records of all issued certifications
- 5Prepare for potential USCIS verification of your certification process
- 6Set calendar reminder to renew authorization before expiration
- 7Update procedures if USCIS requests changes to certification process
Sources
- SRCForm purpose: Application for Authorization to Issue Certification for Health Care Workers
- SRCFiling party: Organizations that employ or contract with health care workers
- SRCForm status: Current edition available on USCIS website
- SRCProcessing location: USCIS service centers
- SRCFee amount: Not found in provided source
- SRCProcessing time: Not found in provided source
- SRCRequired documentation: Organization credentials and healthcare worker credentials
- SRCAuthorization scope: Specific to healthcare worker certifications
- SRCRenewal requirement: Authorization must be renewed before expiration
- SRCAppeal process: Available through Form I-290B if authorization denied
Common confusion points
Form I-905 vs. Form I-129
I-905 is for certification authority, I-129 is for petitions
→ Check if you need certification or direct petition
Who can sign the form
Only authorized organizational representatives
→ Confirm signer's authority with organization
What certifications qualify
Those related to healthcare worker professional credentials
→ Review USCIS guidelines for acceptable certifications
When to file
Before needing to issue certifications
→ File well in advance of actual certification needs
Where to submit
To the appropriate USCIS service center
→ Check current instructions for correct address
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