Complete List of Immigration Forms

Immigration forms are crucial for documenting and processing applications, petitions, and requests. They serve as the primary means for individuals to communicate their eligibility and compliance with immigration laws to government agencies. Immigration forms are used to facilitate visa applications, change or extend one’s non-immigrant status, apply to adjust one’s status to permanent resident, obtain work permits, seek asylum, and apply for many other types of benefits.

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All of these forms are processed and adjudicated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. UCISworks hard to confirm the veracity of the information and documentation submitted by applicants and determine their eligibility for the benefit sought. 

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There are numerous forms and each one serves a different purpose. For example, Form I-485 is used to apply for adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident, whereas Form I-130 is filed by U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to establish a qualifying relationship with an alien relative.

This complete list of immigration forms is an invaluable resource for immigration lawyers. It provides detailed insights and filing tips, helping lawyers streamline the application process for their clients and ensure that all necessary documentation is correctly completed and submitted. Whether dealing with employment-based, family-based, humanitarian, or other types of cases, this guide will help legal professionals navigate the complex landscape of immigration forms efficiently and effectively.

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Let’s take a look at all the immigration forms and their purpose.

Shortlist: Top Forms for Immigration Lawyers

Each form is different. To that end, each form requires a different set of information as well as accompanying evidence. Let’s take a look at what your clients, whether they are an employer or a person seeking permanent residency, need to prepare.

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1. Form I-90 - Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card

This form is used by lawful permanent residents to replace a lost or stolen green card or renew an expiring card. The individual applying needs a copy of their current Green Card (I-551 front and back sides), proof of identity (such as a copy of a driver’s license), and any supporting documents for changes in personal information if any (for example, a court order granting a name change).

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2. Form I-130 - Petition for Alien Relative

The form I-130 is used to establish a relationship with an alien relative who wishes to immigrate to the United States. The required documents are proof of petitioner’s citizenship or lawful permanent resident (LPR) status (e.g., copy of a U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport,  Naturalization Certificate, or copy of Green Card if an LPR), and proof of relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificates of children).

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3. Form N-600 - Application for Certificate of Citizenship 

This form is used by individuals who are claiming U.S. citizenship either by birth abroad to U.S. citizen parents or after being born abroad and becoming a naturalized citizen by operation of law after their parent(s) naturalized. Applicants need to provide proof of their parent's U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, naturalization certificate) and proof of their own relationship to the parent (e.g., birth certificate, adoption decree).

4. Form I-864 - Affidavit of Support

This form is required for most family-based immigrants and some employment-based immigrants to show that they have adequate means of financial support and are not likely to rely on the U.S. government for financial assistance. The sponsor needs to provide proof of income (e.g., tax returns, pay stubs), proof of either U.S. citizenship or LPR status (e.g., copy of a U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport,  Naturalization Certificate, or copy of Green Card if an LPR), and proof of relationship to the immigrant (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificates of children). 

5. Form I-485 - Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

This form is needed for those who want to apply for lawful permanent resident status (green card).The applicant will need a passport, proof of lawful entry into the U.S. (e.g., Form I-94), a medical examination report,a  copy of their visa or other document used to enter the U.S., birth certificate, passport-style photos, and financial support evidence (e.g., Form I-864).

The Complete List of USCIS Immigration Forms

Below you have an overview of some of the most necessary immigration forms:

General Applicability Forms

1. G-28 Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representativesome text
   1. Purpose: To establish the eligibility of an attorney or accredited representative to represent a client in an immigration matter before USCIS
   2. Who Must File: Attorneys and Accredited Representatives
2. G-884 | Request for the Return of Original Documentssome text
   1. Purpose: To request the return of original documents submitted to USCIS
   2. Who Must File: Individuals needing their original documents back
3. G-1145 | E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptancesome text
   1. Purpose: To request text/email notification upon acceptance of the USCIS form
   2. Who Must File: Individuals seeking electronic notification
4. I-131 | Application for Travel Documentsome text
   1. Purpose: To apply for various travel documents
   2. Who Must File: Individuals needing travel documents
5. I-824 | Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petitionsome text
   1. Purpose: To request further action on an approved petition
   2. Who Must File: Individuals needing additional action on approved applications
6. I-134 | Declaration of Financial Supportsome text
   1. Purpose: Provide financial support to immigration beneficiaries.
   2. Who Must File: Sponsors providing financial support.

Adoption-Related Forms 

7. I-600 | Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relativesome text
   1. Purpose: Classify an orphan as an immediate relative.
   2. Who Must File: U.S. citizen adoptive parents or legal custodians.
8. I-600A | Application for Advance Processing of an Orphan Petitionsome text
   1. Purpose: To adjudicate the suitability of prospective adoptive parents
   2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens planning to adopt a foreign-born child
9. I-800 | Petition to Classify Convention Adoptee as an Immediate Relativesome text
   1. Purpose: To determine the eligibility of a Convention adoptee
   2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens adopting from a Hague Convention country
10. I-800A | Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Countrysome text
    1. Purpose:  To adjudicate the eligibility and suitability of prospective adoptive parents
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens adopting from a Hague Convention country
11. I-864 | Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INAsome text
    1. Purpose: To demonstrate financial support for immigrants
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors of family-based and some employment-based immigrants
12. I-864A | Contract Between Sponsor and Household Membersome text
    1. Purpose: A promise to support sponsored immigrants with income/assets
    2. Who Must File: Household members supporting sponsored immigrants
13. N-600 | Application for Certificate of Citizenshipsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for a Certificate of Citizenship
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens who are seeking to adopt an orphan from another country and bring them to the United States as a lawful permanent resident.
14. N-600K | Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322some text
    1. Purpose: To claim U.S. citizenship for children residing abroad
    2. Who Must File: Parents applying for their children residing abroad

Citizenship and Naturalization-Related Forms

15. N-300 | Application to File Declaration of Intentionsome text
    1. Purpose: To declare intent to become a U.S. citizen
    2. Who Must File: Permanent residents intending to become U.S. citizens
16. N-336 | Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedingssome text
    1. Purpose: To request a hearing on Form N-400 denial
    2. Who Must File: Individuals whose Form N-400 has been denied
17. N-400 | Application for Naturalizationsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for U.S. citizenship
    2. Who Must File: Eligible lawful permanent residents
18. N-426 | Request for Certification of Military or Naval Servicesome text
    1. Purpose: To verify military/naval service for naturalization
    2. Who Must File: Military members applying for naturalization based on service
19. N-470 | Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposessome text
    1. Purpose: To preserve residence for naturalization while employed abroad
    2. Who Must File: Permanent residents employed abroad by certain organizations
20. N-565 | Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Documentsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for replacement naturalization/citizenship documents
    2. Who Must File: Individuals needing document replacements
21. N-600 | Application for Certificate of Citizenshipsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for a Certificate of Citizenship
    2. Who Must File: Individuals acquiring/deriving U.S. citizenship through parents
22. N-600K | Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322some text
    1. Purpose: To claim U.S. citizenship for children residing abroad
    2. Who Must File: Parents applying for their children residing abroad
23. N-644 | Application for Posthumous Citizenshipsome text
    1. Purpose: To posthumous citizenship recognition
    2. Who Must File: Family members seeking posthumous citizenship for deceased individuals
24. N-648 | Medical Certification for Disability Exceptionssome text
    1. Purpose: To request exception to naturalization testing requirements due to disability.
    2. Who Must File: Naturalization applicants with qualifying disabilities

Employment-Based Forms

25. I-9 | Employment Eligibility Verificationsome text
    1. Purpose: To verify identity and employment authorization
    2. Who Must File: Employers and employees
26. I-129 | Petition for a Nonimmigrant Workersome text
    1. Purpose: To petition for a non-immigrant worker
    2. Who Must File: Employers sponsoring non-immigrant workers
27. I-129CW | Petition for a CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Workersome text
    1. Purpose: To petition for CW-1 workers in the CNMI
    2. Who Must File: CNMI employers
28. I-129S | Nonimmigrant Petition Based on Blanket L Petitionsome text
    1. Purpose: To classify employees as L-1 transferees under a blanket petition
    2. Who Must File: Employers with an approved blanket L petition
29. I-140 | Immigrant Petition for Alien Workerssome text
    1. Purpose: Petition for noncitizen workers' permanent residency.
    2. Who Must File: Employers sponsoring noncitizen workers.
30. I-360 | Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrantsome text
    1. Purpose: To classify as Amerasian, widow(er), or special immigrant
    2. Who Must File: Eligible individuals under these categories
31. I-526 | Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investorsome text
    1. Purpose: To petition for status as an immigrant investor
    2. Who Must File: Standalone Investors
32. I-526E | Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investorsome text
    1. Purpose: To petition for status as a Regional Center Program investor
    2. Who Must File: Regional Center Program Investors
33. I-566 | Interagency Record of Request for A, G, or NATO Dependent Employment Authorizationsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for employment authorization or status change for dependents
    2. Who Must File: A, G, or NATO dependents
       
       
34. I-693 | Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Recordsome text
    1. Purpose: To establish admissibility on public health grounds
    2. Who Must File: Individuals applying for adjustment of status.
35. I-765 | Application for Employment Authorizationsome text
    1. Purpose: To request employment authorization and an EAD
    2. Who Must File: Non-citizens seeking work authorization
36. I-829 | Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Statussome text
    1. Purpose: To remove conditions on residence for investor immigrants
    2. Who Must File: Conditional permanent residents through entrepreneurship
37. I-905 | Application for Authorization to Issue Certification for Health Care Workerssome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for authorization to certify healthcare workers
    2. Who Must File: Organizations certifying healthcare workers
38. I-941 | Application for Entrepreneur Parolesome text
    1. Purpose: To request parole for entrepreneurs based on public benefit
    2. Who Must File: Entrepreneurs seeking parole

Family-Based Forms

39. G-325A | Biographic Information (for Deferred Action)some text
    1. Purpose: To provide biographic information for deferred action requests
    2. Who Must File: Military members, family members, or individuals seeking deferred action
40. I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)some text
    1. Purpose: To petition to bring fiancé(e) or spouse to the U.S
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens petitioning for fiancé(e) or spouse
41. I-130 | Petition for Alien Relativesome text
    1. Purpose: To establish a relationship with an eligible relative for immigration
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents
42. I-131 | Application for Travel Documentsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for various travel documents
    2. Who Must File: Individuals needing travel documents
43. I-134 | Declaration of Financial Supportsome text
    1. Purpose: To provide financial support to immigration beneficiaries
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors providing financial support
44. I-360 | Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrantsome text
    1. Purpose: To classify as Amerasian, widow(er), or special immigrant
    2. Who Must File: Eligible individuals under these categories
45. I-361 | Affidavit of Financial Support and Intent to Petition for Legal Custody for Public Law 97-359 Amerasiansome text
    1. Purpose: To support Form I-360 for Amerasians
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors of Amerasians
46. I-363 | Request to Enforce Affidavit of Financial Support and Intent to Petition for Legal Custody for Public Law 97-359 Amerasiansome text
    1. Purpose: To enforce financial support for Amerasians
    2. Who Must File: Beneficiaries seeking enforcement
47. I-508 | Request for Waiver of Certain Rights, Privileges, Exemptions and Immunitiessome text
    1. Purpose: To waive diplomatic rights and privileges
    2. Who Must File: Individuals waiving diplomatic privileges
48. I-566 | Interagency Record of Request for A, G, or NATO Dependent Employment Authorizationsome text
    1. Purpose: To apply for employment authorization or status change for dependents
    2. Who Must File: A, G, or NATO dependents
49. I-600 | Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relativesome text
    1. Purpose: To classify an orphan as an immediate relative
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizen adoptive parents or legal custodians
50. I-600A | Application for Advance Processing of an Orphan Petitionsome text
    1. Purpose: To adjudicate the suitability of prospective adoptive parents
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens planning to adopt a foreign-born child
51. I-601 | Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibilitysome text
    1. Purpose: Seek waiver for grounds of inadmissibility.
    2. Who Must File: Individuals seeking to waive inadmissibility grounds.
52. I-601A | Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiversome text
    1. Purpose: To request a waiver for unlawful presence grounds of inadmissibility
    2. Who Must File: Relatives of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents
53. I-693 | Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Recordsome text
    1. Purpose: To establish admissibility on public health grounds
    2. Who Must File: Individuals applying for adjustment of status
54. I-765 | Application for Employment Authorizationsome text
    1. Purpose: To request employment authorization and an EAD
    2. Who Must File: Noncitizens seeking work authorization
55. I-765V | Application for Employment Authorization for Abused Nonimmigrant Spousesome text
    1. Purpose: To request an EAD for abused non-immigrant spouses
    2. Who Must File: Abused non-immigrant spouses
56. I-800 | Petition to Classify Convention Adoptee as an Immediate Relativesome text
    1. Purpose: To determine the eligibility of a Convention adoptee
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens adopting from a Hague Convention country
57. I-800A | Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Countrysome text
    1. Purpose: To adjudicate eligibility and suitability of prospective adoptive parents
    2. Who Must File: U.S. citizens adopting from a Hague Convention country
58. I-817 | Application for Family Unity Benefitssome text
    1. Purpose: To request initial or extended Family Unity benefits
    2. Who Must File: Individuals seeking Family Unity benefits
59. I-864 | Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INAsome text
    1. Purpose: To demonstrate financial support for immigrants
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors of family-based and some employment-based immigrants
60. I-864A | Contract Between Sponsor and Household Membersome text
    1. Purpose: To promise to support sponsored immigrants with income/assets
    2. Who Must File: Household members supporting sponsored immigrants
61. I-864EZ | Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INAsome text
    1. Purpose: To demonstrate financial support for immigrants
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors need to show financial support
62. I-865 | Sponsor's Notice of Change of Addresssome text
    1. Purpose: To report the sponsor's new address
    2. Who Must File: Sponsors updating their address

Filing Process and Tips

When filing forms for your client, always remember to: 

1. Organize forms neatly
   Place completed form(s) on top, staple the payment (check or money order) for the filing fee to the form for which it’s needed, and if including a cover letter, place it directly after the form(s). Passport photos (when required) are best placed in a cellophane or plastic envelope and stapled to the related form. Write the petitioner or applicant’s name and A-number on the back of each photo.
2. Organize supporting documents
   Follow the order listed in the form instructions. For example, for Form I-130, you should include proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status and evidence of the qualifying family relationship (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, proof of termination of previous marriages, as applicable).
3. Include certified translations
   For documents in a foreign language, include a certified English translation directly after the original document.
4. Ensure everything is in order
   Verify that everything is in the correct order and signed. Forms can often be filled out online; if not, download them from the USCIS website. Mail the completed forms and documents to the appropriate USCIS address specified in the form instructions.

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Conclusion

In all types of immigration cases, whether family or employment-based, humanitarian, naturalization, or removal defense,knowing which form to use and how to complete it is crucial. 

This resource aims to help immigration lawyers and clients navigate the complex landscape of immigration forms. For more information on USCIS forms fees and online options, visit the USCIS official site for the latest data. And for updates on immigration law and policies, be sure to check out our other articles.