Every major USCIS form, explained by immigration attorneys.

Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers

The immigrant petition filed to classify a foreign worker under the EB-1, EB-2, or EB-3 employment-based green-card category. Filed by the employer for most categories; self-petitioned for EB-1A and EB-2 NIW.

Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker

The petition U.S. employers file to bring foreign workers to the United States in nonimmigrant categories including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-1/E-2/E-3, and P visas.

Request for Premium Processing Service

The request filed to expedite adjudication of certain USCIS petitions and applications — guarantees a decision, RFE, or NOID within a fixed processing window.

Application for Permanent Employment Certification (PERM)

The Department of Labor form employers file to obtain permanent labor certification — the prerequisite for most EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based green cards.

Petition for Alien Relative

The immigrant petition U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents file to establish a qualifying family relationship with a foreign relative so the relative can pursue a family-based green card.

Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence

The petition conditional permanent residents (2-year green card holders through marriage) file to have the conditions removed and receive a 10-year permanent green card.

Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

The petition U.S. citizens file to bring a foreign fiancé to the United States on a K-1 visa to marry within 90 days of arrival, then adjust to permanent resident status.

Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA

The legally enforceable affidavit U.S. sponsors sign to prove they can financially support a family-based immigrant so the immigrant will not become a public charge.

Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

The application filed inside the U.S. to become a lawful permanent resident (green card holder). Filed after an approved family or employment petition, or concurrently in categories where a visa number is immediately available.

Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record

The sealed medical examination report a USCIS-designated civil surgeon completes to document immigrant applicants' health status and vaccination history.

Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card

The application filed to renew or replace a green card that is expiring, has been lost, stolen, damaged, or contains incorrect data.

Application for Naturalization

The application filed by lawful permanent residents to become U.S. citizens. Eligibility rests on residence, physical presence, good moral character, English + civics knowledge, and attachment to the Constitution.

Application for Certificate of Citizenship

The application filed to obtain a Certificate of Citizenship — official proof of U.S. citizenship acquired at birth or derived automatically through a parent's naturalization.

Application for Employment Authorization

The application filed to receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) — the plastic card that lets non-citizens legally work in the United States.

Application for Travel Document

The application filed to request an Advance Parole document, Refugee Travel Document, or Reentry Permit — the travel authorizations non-citizens use to leave and return to the U.S. lawfully.

Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

The application filed inside the U.S. to extend or change to a nonimmigrant status other than employment-based work visas (which use Form I-129).

Training Plan for STEM OPT Students

The formal training plan F-1 students on STEM OPT complete with their employer to document the qualifying training relationship — required for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.

Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal

The application filed by individuals inside the U.S. seeking asylum protection based on past persecution or a well-founded fear of future persecution in their home country.

Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant

The petition covering special immigrant categories including VAWA self-petitions for abused spouses/children/parents, widow(er)s of U.S. citizens, religious workers, and Amerasians.

Application for T Nonimmigrant Status

The application for T nonimmigrant status — a temporary visa for victims of severe forms of trafficking who are in the U.S. and cooperate with law enforcement.

Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status

The petition for U nonimmigrant status — a temporary visa for victims of qualifying crimes who suffered substantial abuse and are helpful to law enforcement.

Notice of Appeal or Motion

The notice filed to appeal an unfavorable USCIS decision to the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO), or to file a motion to reopen or reconsider with the office that made the decision.