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Form I-918: Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status
USCIS Form I-918 is Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status, used to request temporary immigration benefits if a victim of qualifying criminal activity files it with USCIS. The form expires on 02/28/2026.
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USCIS Form I-918 - Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status
USCIS Form I-918 is Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status, used to request temporary immigration benefits if a victim of qualifying criminal activity files it with USCIS. The form expires on 02/28/2026.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failure to attach the completed and signed Form I-918, Supplement B will result in denial.
- 2Filing without attaching Form I-918, Supplement B (which causes denial).
- 3Providing a nickname instead of the full legal name on Part 1 or Part 3.
- 4Using a stamped or typewritten name in place of an actual signature.
- 5Entering a Post Office Box number for Home Address when a physical street address is required.
Plain English
This form allows a victim of certain serious crimes to apply for temporary legal status in the United States under U Nonimmigrant Status. If you have family members who qualify, you can include them too. Filing this petition requests these specific immigration benefits from USCIS.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source regarding a specific deadline, but the form itself expires on 02/28/2026.
- 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 temporary immigration benefits because the filer is a victim of certain qualifying criminal activity.
- Do not use Form I-918 alone when you wish to include your qualifying family members in the request for temporary immigration benefits.
- Check Supplement A, Petition for Qualifying Family Member of U-1 Recipient instead when including family members.
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Use this form or another form?
Need to file paperwork for a family member included with this petition
This supplement is used to include qualifying family members in the request for temporary immigration benefits.
✓ Check that Supplement A accompanies your original Form I-918.
Need to submit supporting documentation for the petition
These documents must be submitted with the petition package.
✓ Verify all required evidence is included, as USCIS will deny the form if it is missing.
All evidence listed in Specific Instructions and General Requirements sections of these Instructions
Need to file a replacement or initial Arrival-Departure Record (I-94) for a family member
This form obtains the necessary I-94 record needed for evidence submission.
✓ Confirm you have obtained the paper copy of the I-94 before filing.
Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Record
Deadline or filing window
The form itself is valid until 02/28/2026. The instructions do not specify a trigger event deadline for filing, but the petitioner must ensure all information provided is complete, true, and correct when submitting the package to USCIS.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
General Petition Filing
All evidence and supporting documents listed in Specific Instructions and General Requirements sections of these Instructions · Instruction Booklet (General)
Translator Certification
Translator's signature, printed name, signature date, and contact information · Form I-918 Instructions
Home Address (Part 1)
Physical street address including a street/rural route number · Part 1, Item Numbers 3.a.-3.h.
Safe Mailing Address (Part 1)
An alternative mailing address (can be a PO Box or friend's address) · Part 1, Item Number 4.a.-4.i.
I-94 Record (for family members)
Form I-94 number and date authorized stay expires/expired · Part 2, Item Numbers 14.-18. / Part 3, Item Numbers 19.-21.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the signer (you or your signing authority) has properly completed the petition, as USCIS will not accept a stamped or typewritten name in place of any signature.
- 2If you are under 14 years of age, confirm that your parent or legal guardian signs the Form I-918 on your behalf.
- 3For Part 2 (Information About You), verify that Item Number 3 (A-Number) begins with an “A” and is correctly printed or typed as “N/A” if none exists.
- 4If filing for a derivative, confirm that Supplement A is completed for each family member and includes their full legal name without nicknames in Part 3, Item Numbers 1.a.-1.c.
- 5For the Home Address (Item Numbers 3.a.-3.h.), verify that you have provided a physical street address including a street number and name or rural route number, not just a PO Box.
- 6If providing a Safe Mailing Address (Item Numbers 4.a.-4.i.), confirm whether it is a PO Box or another secure location.
- 7For the derivative's information, verify that Item Number 6 (U.S. Social Security Number) is provided for the qualifying family member, or typed/printed as “N/A” if none exists.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Part 1 of Form I-918 with your personal information, including name and address.
- 2Attach Supplement A if you are requesting benefits for qualifying family members.
- 3Submit the original Form I-918 package along with the completed Form I-918, Supplement B.
- 4Include all other required evidence (such as a translated document with certification) before mailing or submitting digitally.
- 5Mail or submit the entire packet to USCIS.gov/contactcenter for filing instructions and receive confirmation.
Known limitations
- 1Form I-918 should be used to request temporary immigration benefits if the filer is a victim of certain qualifying criminal activity.
- 2If filing for a family member, Supplement A must be completed for each qualifying family member.
- 3A USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) only exists if the filer previously filed a form with a receipt number beginning with IOE.
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name as in your passport.
Complete date (MM/DD/YYYY) and city/country of birth.
Country where you hold citizenship.
Basis
2 items
Detailed description of the harm, persecution, or disaster you are fleeing.
Date you last entered the United States (MM/DD/YYYY).
Evidence
1 items
List all documents supporting your application, including affidavits, country condition reports, and identification.
Signatures
1 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition of USCIS Form I-918 is dated 01/20/25, and the form expires on 02/28/2026. The instruction booklet does not specify a separate 'latest information' page but provides comprehensive instructions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 01/20/25.
- Filing Fee — confirm there is no filing fee required for Form I-918 or Supplement A.
- Signature — confirm the signature is handwritten ink on an original document, as photocopies/scans are accepted.
- Required supplement — confirm that Form I-918, Supplement B has been completed and signed by a certifying official.
- Form expiration — confirm the form expires on 02/28/2026.
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After you file
- 1The filer must keep a copy of the filed Form I-918 package.
- 2If filing Supplement A after the initial Form I-918, evidence submitted with the original petition does not need to be resubmitted.
- 3A separate Form I-918, Supplement B completed and signed by a certifying official must be submitted with the original Form I-918 package; denial occurs if it is missing.
- 4If filing for a qualifying family member (using Supplement A), this supplement can be filed with the initial Form I-918 or at any time thereafter.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Form I-918 is used to request temporary immigration benefits if the filer is a victim of qualifying criminal activity.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Supplement A (Petition for Qualifying Family Member of U-1 Recipient) must be used when including qualifying family members in the benefit request.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Form I-918, Supplement B must be filed with the original package; USCIS will deny the form if it is not attached.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — For the Principal (filer), Item 3 requires the A-Number, which begins with 'A' and is found on DHS/USCIS correspondence.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — For the filer, Item 6 requires the U.S. Social Security Number; if none, type or print 'N/A'.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — For the Derivative (family member), Item 7 requires the OAN; this number is only available if a prior form receipt began with IOE.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The form expires on 02/28/2026.
Common confusion points
What do I use instead of my full legal name?
Use it only if you have a nickname; provide your full legal name on Item 1.a.-c (Part 1) and Part 2/3.
What is the difference between an A-Number and an OAN?
The A-Number is the USCIS file number beginning with 'A' found on correspondence; the OAN is a separate account number, also beginning with 'A', tied to IOE receipt numbers.
When do I use Supplement A?
Use it when filing for qualifying family members who are included in your request for temporary immigration benefits.
What happens if my answer to a question is zero or none?
Type or print the word 'None' unless specific instructions direct otherwise (e.g., for children or departures).
If I don't have an A-Number, what do I write on Item 3 of Form I-918?
Type or print 'N/A'.
If I don't have a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN), what do I write for Item 6?
Type or print 'N/A'.
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- If filing Supplement A after initial submission, you do not need to resubmit original evidence.
Questions about USCIS Form I-918
What is USCIS Form I-918 used for?
This form allows a victim of certain serious crimes to apply for temporary legal status in the United States under U Nonimmigrant Status. If you have family members who qualify, you can include them too. Filing this petition requests these specific immigration benefits from USCIS.
Who must file USCIS Form I-918?
An individual who is a victim of qualifying criminal activity must file Form I-918 to request temporary immigration benefits for themselves or their qualifying family members.
What information does USCIS Form I-918 require?
The form collects personal information about the petitioner in Part 1, details about any derivative family member in Part 3, and requires signatures from preparers on Page 10. Item Number 5 on Page 4 asks for the Alien Registration Number (A-Number).
Where do I file USCIS Form I-918?
The instructions direct users to visit www.uscis.gov/contactcenter or call the USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833) for filing information, which provides service in English and Spanish.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-918?
The filer must properly complete their petition (or have a parent/guardian sign if under 14). The form requires that Form I-918, Supplement B be completed and signed by a certifying official before submission. Finally, preparers must sign and date Page 10.
What happens if USCIS Form I-918 is filed incorrectly?
If Supplement B is not attached to the original Form I-918 petition package, USCIS will deny the Form I-918.
What do I use instead of my full legal name?
Use it only if you have a nickname; provide your full legal name on Item 1.a.-c (Part 1) and Part 2/3.
What is the difference between an A-Number and an OAN?
The A-Number is the USCIS file number beginning with 'A' found on correspondence; the OAN is a separate account number, also beginning with 'A', tied to IOE receipt numbers.
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