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Form I-912: Request for Fee Waiver
USCIS Form I-912 is the Request for Fee Waiver, used by individuals to request that a filing fee be waived when applying for an immigration benefit. A list of eligible applications and petitions can be found at www.uscis.gov/I-912.
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USCIS Form I-912 - Request for Fee Waiver
USCIS Form I-912 is the Request for Fee Waiver, used by individuals to request that a filing fee be waived when applying for an immigration benefit. A list of eligible applications and petitions can be found at www.uscis.gov/I-912.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit the Form I-912 with a stamped or typewritten name instead of a signature.
- 2Filing Form I-912 without accompanying applications or petitions.
- 3Submitting a typed name instead of an original signature on any sheet.
- 4Omitting spouse's income when separated but still married and not living together (unless providing support).
- 5Failing to provide documentation for listed additional income/financial assistance.
Plain English
This form allows an individual to ask U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) not to charge a fee for their application or petition. By filing this Form I-912, the applicant requests that they be exempt from paying the required government fees. This request must accompany the main immigration document being submitted.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source. However, if an applicant moves and is not a U.S. citizen, they must notify USCIS of their new address within 10 days of moving from their previous residence.
- 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 you are unable to pay the filing fees or biometric services fees for an application or petition that is eligible for a fee waiver.
- Do not use this form when requesting consideration for DACA, as there are no fee waivers for DACA.
- Check Form G-1055 instead when needing specific information about applicable fees.
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Filing Fee Waiver
This form is required to request that a filing fee or biometric services fee be waived for an application or petition.
✓ Check the list at www.uscis.gov/I-912.
Fee Exemption Inquiry
This form provides specific information regarding fees applicable to the I-912 request.
✓ Verify the fee amount listed on your current version of Form G-1055.
Deadline or filing window
The form itself does not state a specific filing deadline, but if an applicant is not a U.S. citizen, they must file this request within 10 days of moving from their previous residence. No extension period for the initial address change notification is stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Financial Hardship Documentation
Medical bills for yourself, spouse, child or parent · Specific Instructions section of these Instructions
Income Information
Proof of income related to financial hardship circumstances · Part 5 (or supporting documents)
Requestor Identification
Name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number, if any) · Top of each sheet
Signatures/Dates
Sign and date each sheet · Bottom of each page
Waiver Justification
Clear demonstration that you are unable to pay fees · Part 1 (and supporting evidence)
Before you submit
- 1Type/Print legibly in black ink on all pages.
- 2Include your name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number, if applicable) at the top of every sheet.
- 3Provide documentation demonstrating financial hardship (e.g., medical bills).
- 4Sign and date every single page of Form I-912.
- 5Ensure you are filing this Form I-912 with the corresponding application or petition.
- 6Verify that all supporting documents listed in the Specific Instructions section are included.
- 7If applicable, ensure a legal guardian signs for a mentally incompetent person.
How to file this form
- 1Complete USCIS Form I-912 by typing or printing legibly in black ink and adding any necessary supporting documentation.
- 2Sign and date every sheet of the completed Form I-912, ensuring your name and A-Number are at the top of each page.
- 3Mail Form I-912 along with the required application(s) or petition(s) to the address specified in those documents.
- 4Receive confirmation that USCIS accepted the request for adjudication (or keep a copy for records).
Known limitations
- 1The Requestor must clearly demonstrate that they are unable to pay the filing fees or biometric services fees for an application or petition eligible for a fee waiver.
- 2If applying based on VAWA or T/U status, do not provide your spouse’s income (even if living with you).
- 3If already applying for Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) classification, do not include any foster or group home household members.
- 4For those receiving benefits under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) or T/U status, do not provide your spouse’s income if separated or not living with you.
- 5If a full-time student aged 21–24 is unmarried and lives with parents, include the parents' income only if claimed as a dependent on their Federal tax return.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition of USCIS Form I-912 is dated 07/22/25 and has an expiration date of 03/31/2027; the instructions direct users to www.uscis.gov for general filing tips.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the form reads 07/22/25.
- Expiration date — confirm the form reads 03/31/2027.
- Filing Fee Info — check Form G-1055 for specific fee amounts applicable to this request.
- Signature — verify that the signature is handwritten ink on the original document, even if submitting a copy.
- Primary Applicant Name — ensure the form is submitted in the name of the primary applicant requesting the benefit.
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After you file
- 1Sign and date each sheet of Form I-912.
- 2Print or save a copy of the completed Request for Fee Waiver for personal records.
- 3Mail Form I-912 along with the required USCIS applications/petitions according to the specific instructions of those forms.
- 4If not a U.S. citizen, notify USCIS of any new address within 10 days of moving from your previous residence.
- 5The decision on Form I-912 involves a determination of whether eligibility for the fee waiver has been established.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The purpose of Form I-912 is to allow a fee waiver request for applications or petitions eligible for one.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Part 2, Item 1 asks if the filer is a parent or legal guardian filing on behalf of the person seeking the fee waiver.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Part 2, Item 2 requires providing the full name, noting to include both last names and use a hyphen (-) if appropriate.
- SRCInstructions p.8 — If separated or not living with spouse, do not include spouse’s income on Form I-912, but must include any financial support provided by the spouse.
- SRCInstructions p.11 — The form must be mailed along with completed USCIS applications/petitions and all supporting documentation according to the application's instructions.
- SRCInstructions p.12 — The mailing address for Form I-912 is Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of Policy and Strategy, Regulatory Coordination Division, 5900 Capitol Gateway Drive, Mail Stop #2140, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — If not the head of household (and not applying for SIJ), you must list your spouse or dependent family members in Part 2.
- SRCInstructions p.8 — For VAWA or T/U status applications, do not provide your spouse’s income.
Common confusion points
Who is the Requestor?
The primary applicant or petitioner requesting the immigration benefit and fee waiver. This can also be a parent or legal guardian filing on behalf of another person.
→ Check Part 2, Item 1.
When must I include my spouse's income?
Generally, if your spouse lives with you; however, do not include it if separated or if applying under VAWA/T/U status (unless otherwise noted).
→ Review Instructions p.8.
What is the OAN and how do I get it?
The USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) is only used if a previous form had a receipt number starting with IOE; find it in your account profile or on the Account Access Notice.
→ Check Part 2, Item 6.
When should I list my spouse's income vs. household members?
Do not include spouse’s income if separated/not living together, but you must still include any financial support they provide to the household.
→ Review Instructions p.8.
Do I need to list parents' income?
Yes, if you are a full-time student (21–24), unmarried, and living with your parents, provided you are claimed as a dependent on their Federal tax return.
→ Check Instructions p.8, Item 5.
Where do I mail this form?
Do not send Form I-912 to the general address listed in Part 12; mail it according to the "Where To File" section of the application or petition you are supporting.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- If you move, file an address change request within 10 days; do not submit it to the USCIS Lockbox.
Questions about USCIS Form I-912
What is USCIS Form I-912 used for?
This form allows an individual to ask U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) not to charge a fee for their application or petition. By filing this Form I-912, the applicant requests that they be exempt from paying the required government fees. This request must accompany the main immigration document being submitted.
Who must file USCIS Form I-912?
An individual must file USCIS Form I-912 in the name of the primary applicant requesting the immigration benefit fee and waiver. If an individual is under 14 years of age, a parent or legal guardian may sign on behalf of that person.
What information does USCIS Form I-912 require?
The form collects details such as the requestor's date of birth (in mm/dd/yyyy format) and their Alien Registration Number (A-Number). Additional financial information regarding income and assistance is provided in Part 8, with contact details in Part 9.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-912?
The Form I-912 must be mailed along with the completed USCIS applications or petitions to the specific location listed in the Instructions for those main forms. If filing online, the OAN can be found in your account profile.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-912?
First, print or type legibly in black ink and fill out all sections. If extra space is needed, use Part 10 or attach a separate sheet. Finally, ensure that you (or your signing authority) properly sign and date each sheet submitted.
What happens if USCIS Form I-912 is filed incorrectly?
A stamped or typewritten name in place of a signature on the request will cause USCIS not to accept it. Failure to properly complete the form may result in the fee waiver request being rejected.
Who is the Requestor?
The primary applicant or petitioner requesting the immigration benefit and fee waiver. This can also be a parent or legal guardian filing on behalf of another person. Check Part 2, Item 1.
When must I include my spouse's income?
Generally, if your spouse lives with you; however, do not include it if separated or if applying under VAWA/T/U status (unless otherwise noted). Review Instructions p.8.
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