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Form G-1450: Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Form G-1450 is used to authorize a credit card payment for the filing fee of an application, petition, or request submitted to DHS. The credit card must be issued by a U.S. bank.
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USCIS Form G-1450 - Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Form G-1450 is used to authorize a credit card payment for the filing fee of an application, petition, or request submitted to DHS. The credit card must be issued by a U.S. bank.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Missing the required signature will cause DHS to reject the filing.
- 2Using a credit card not issued by a U.S. bank, which the form requires.
- 3Leaving the signature field blank, causing DHS to reject the payment.
- 4Failing to place Form G-1450 on top of the application package.
- 5Providing an incomplete billing address, which may prevent payment processing.
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Form G-1450 lets you pay the filing fee for your DHS application with a credit card. You fill in your name, billing address, card details, and sign. Put the form on top of your application package before sending it.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source.
- 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 need to authorize a credit card payment for the filing fee of an application, petition, or request submitted to DHS.
- Do not use it when you are not making a credit card payment for a filing fee.
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Need to authorize credit card payment for filing fee
DHS requires a credit card authorization to process the fee
✓ Verify the card is issued by a U.S. bank
Submitting fee for biometric services with credit card
Biometric services fee must be paid via the same authorization form
✓ Ensure the authorized amount includes the biometric fee
Paying fee for a petition or request by credit card
DHS processes the case only after the payment is received in full
✓ Confirm the authorized amount matches the required filing fee
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Authorized Payment Amount
Amount you owe for the filing and biometric fees · Listed on the form line "Authorized Payment Amount"
Credit Card Number
16‑digit number from your card · Form field "Credit Card Number"
Credit Card Expiration Date (mm/yyyy)
Month and year on the card · Form field "Credit Card Expiration Date"
Credit Card Holder's Signature
Your handwritten signature · Signature line on the form
Credit Card Holder's Daytime Telephone Number
Phone number for contact · Form field "Credit Card Holder's Daytime Telephone Number"
Before you submit
- 1Place Form G-1450 on top of your application, petition, or request package
- 2Enter your credit card number accurately in the Credit Card Number field
- 3Enter the CVV code in the CVV Code field
- 4Enter the expiration date in mm/yyyy format
- 5Enter the authorized payment amount in the Authorized Payment Amount field
- 6Provide your daytime telephone number
- 7Provide your email address
- 8Confirm the credit card is issued by a U.S. bank
- 9Sign the form in the Credit Card Holder's Signature line
- 10Do not leave any required field blank
- 11Print or save a copy of the completed Form G-1450 for your records
- 12Review the entire form for accuracy before submission
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form G-1450 with accurate credit card details
- 2Attach Form G-1450 on top of the application package
- 3Submit the package to the designated USCIS filing address
- 4Retain a copy of the completed Form G-1450 as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1The form cannot be used with credit cards issued by non‑U.S. banks
- 2DHS will reject the application if the credit card is declined
- 3A signature is required; without it DHS cannot process the payment
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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->Revision date — 02/06/26; the instructions direct users to the USCIS website for the latest version.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm 02/06/26 appears on the form
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — Each Form G-1450 must be properly signed
- Credit card type — ensure the card is issued by a U.S. bank
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After you file
- 1Keep the copy of Form G-1450 in your file for at least 6 months
- 2Monitor your credit card statement for the charged amount
- 3If the payment is declined, contact your bank and submit a new Form G-1450
- 4Expect a fee receipt or case status update from USCIS after payment is processed
- 5If you discover an error, call the USCIS Contact Center for correction
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose: authorize credit card payment for filing fee
- SRCInstructions p.1 — credit card must be issued by a U.S. bank
- SRCInstructions p.1 — DHS will reject application if credit card is declined
- SRCInstructions p.1 — each Form G-1450 must be properly signed
- SRCForm p.1 — fields listed: Credit Card Number, CVV Code, Expiration Date, Authorized Payment Amount, Signature, Daytime Telephone Number, Email Address
- SRCForm p.1 — recommendation to print or save a copy for records
- SRCInstructions p.1 — contact center information for additional questions
- SRCInstructions p.1 — note that DHS cannot process payment without an authorized signature
Common confusion points
Can I use a foreign credit card?
The instructions state the card must be issued by a U.S. bank
→ Verify the issuing bank is located in the United States
What if my card is declined?
DHS rejects the application for lack of payment
→ Contact your bank, obtain a new card, and submit a new Form G-1450
Do I need to include a separate fee schedule?
The form only requires the authorized amount; fee details are on the filing form
→ Check the specific USCIS filing form for the exact fee amount
Is a digital signature acceptable?
The form requires a handwritten signature
→ Sign the form with a pen before scanning or mailing
Do I need to list my email address?
The form includes a field for email but does not require it
→ Provide an email to receive electronic confirmations, if desired
Can I submit the form by fax?
The instructions do not mention fax submission
→ Submit the form by mail or online as directed on the USCIS website
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Questions about USCIS Form G-1450
What is USCIS Form G-1450 used for?
Form G-1450 lets you pay the filing fee for your DHS application with a credit card. You fill in your name, billing address, card details, and sign. Put the form on top of your application package before sending it.
Who must file USCIS Form G-1450?
Anyone filing an application, petition, or request with the Department of Homeland Security who wishes to pay the filing fee by credit card must file Form G-1450.
What information does USCIS Form G-1450 require?
The form collects the filer’s full legal name, the credit‑card holder’s name and billing address, phone and email, the card type, number, CVV, expiration date, the authorized payment amount, and the holder’s signature.
How do I complete USCIS Form G-1450?
Complete the Applicant’s/Petitioner’s/Requester’s Information section with the full legal name. Fill the Credit Card Billing Information with the card holder’s name, address, phone, and email. Enter the card type, number, CVV, expiration date, and authorized amount in the Credit Card Information section, then sign. Place Form G-1450 on top of the application package before submission.
What happens if USCIS Form G-1450 is filed incorrectly?
If the credit card is declined or the signature is missing, DHS will reject the filing for lack of payment and will not process the request.
Can I use a foreign credit card?
The instructions state the card must be issued by a U.S. bank Verify the issuing bank is located in the United States
What if my card is declined?
DHS rejects the application for lack of payment Contact your bank, obtain a new card, and submit a new Form G-1450
Do I need to include a separate fee schedule?
The form only requires the authorized amount; fee details are on the filing form Check the specific USCIS filing form for the exact fee amount
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