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Form G-1650: Authorization for ACH Transactions
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form G-1650 is an Authorization for ACH Transactions that lets applicants, petitioners, or requesters pay filing fees electronically from a U.S. bank account. Each Form G-1650 must be properly signed.
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USCIS Form G-1650 - Authorization for ACH Transactions
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form G-1650 is an Authorization for ACH Transactions that lets applicants, petitioners, or requesters pay filing fees electronically from a U.S. bank account. Each Form G-1650 must be properly signed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Omitting your signature will cause USCIS to reject the ACH payment.
- 2Submitting the form without a signature, which USCIS requires for acceptance.
- 3Leaving the account type (Business vs Personal) blank, preventing correct processing.
- 4Failing to indicate whether the account is checking or savings, causing payment errors.
- 5Providing an incorrect routing number, leading the ACH debit to be rejected.
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Form G-1650 lets you pay USCIS filing fees by pulling money directly from your U.S. bank account. You fill in your name, bank details, and the amount, then sign it. The completed form goes on top of your application package. USCIS will debit the amount you authorize.
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 an ACH payment to cover the filing fee for an application, petition, or request filed with USCIS from a U.S. bank account. (Instructions p.1)
- Do not use it when the bank account is not with a U.S. bank. (Form p.1)
- Check Form G-1650 instead when you need to authorize an ACH payment for a USCIS filing fee. (Instructions p.1)
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Use this form or another form?
Pay filing fee for an application, petition, or request
USCIS will use the information to process ACH payment through Pay.gov
✓ Confirm the form is properly signed
Authorize debit from a personal or business checking or savings account
Form must include Authorized Payment Amount, Routing Number, and Account Number
✓ Verify routing number (9‑digit) and account number (second set on check) are entered
Ensure bank permits ACH debit from your account
You may need to contact your bank to remove the ACH Debit Block
✓ Confirm bank has removed the ACH Debit Block
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 authorize for filing fee · Form G-1650 field
Bank Name
Bank’s official name · Form G-1650 field
Routing Number
9‑digit routing transit number · Form G-1650 field
Account Number
Full account number as shown on statement · Form G-1650 field
Account Holder's Signature
Signature of the account holder · Form G-1650 signature line
Before you submit
- 1Verify the bank account is with a U.S. bank.
- 2Confirm the ACH Debit Block has been removed by your bank.
- 3Enter the correct Agency Location Code (ALC+2) for the USCIS lockbox.
- 4Select the appropriate account type (Business or Personal) and transaction type (Checking or Savings).
- 5Enter the exact authorized payment amount for the filing fee.
- 6Print or save a copy of the completed Form G-1650 for your records.
- 7Sign the authorization line before submission.
How to file this form
- 1Place Form G-1650 on top of your application, petition, or request package.
- 2Complete all required fields on Form G-1650.
- 3Sign the authorization section of Form G-1650.
- 4Submit the complete package to the USCIS lockbox indicated by the Agency Location Code.
- 5Retain a copy of the signed Form G-1650 for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The account must be with a U.S. bank (Form p.1).
- 2All required information must be provided; missing data may cause USCIS and the bank to reject the payment (Instructions p.1).
- 3The form authorizes payment only for filing fees associated with a benefit request (Instructions p.2).
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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 form is dated 06/03/25; the instructions direct users to visit uscis.gov for the latest version and provide a link to www.uscis.gov/g-1650 for additional information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 06/03/25 (Instructions p.1; Form p.1)
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm each Form G-1650 is properly signed (Instructions p.1)
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After you file
- 1Keep the copy of the signed Form G-1650 for at least the duration of your case.
- 2Monitor Pay.gov for confirmation that the ACH payment was processed.
- 3If the payment is rejected, contact your bank to verify the ACH Debit Block removal.
- 4Notify USCIS customer service if you notice an error on the submitted form.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form G-1650 is to authorize an ACH payment for filing fees.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — each Form G-1650 must be properly signed.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — account must be with a U.S. bank and may need ACH Debit Block removal.
- SRCForm p.1 — the account must be with a U.S. bank.
- SRCForm p.1 — list of Agency Location Codes (ALC+2) for USCIS lockboxes.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — authority citation and primary purpose for ACH payment.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
Common confusion points
Can I use a non‑U.S. bank account?
The form requires a U.S. bank account (Form p.1).
→ Verify the bank’s location is within the United States.
Do I need to include a routing number for a savings account?
Both checking and savings accounts require a routing number (Form p.1).
→ Ensure the routing number is entered regardless of account type.
What if I forget to remove the ACH Debit Block?
The bank must allow DHS to debit the account (Instructions p.1).
→ Call your bank to confirm the block is removed before submitting.
Is the fee amount pre‑filled on the form?
The form provides a blank dollar field for the authorized payment amount (Form p.1).
→ Enter the exact fee amount from your application instructions.
Do I need to list a business name for a personal account?
The form includes a Business Name field but it applies only to business accounts (Form p.1).
→ Leave the Business Name blank for personal accounts.
Which Agency Location Code should I use?
Multiple ALC+2 codes are listed; the lockbox codes are 7001010330, 7001010331, 7001010335, and 7001010390 (Form p.1).
→ Use one of the lockbox codes that matches your filing location.
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Questions about USCIS Form G-1650
What is USCIS Form G-1650 used for?
Form G-1650 lets you pay USCIS filing fees by pulling money directly from your U.S. bank account. You fill in your name, bank details, and the amount, then sign it. The completed form goes on top of your application package. USCIS will debit the amount you authorize.
Who must file USCIS Form G-1650?
The applicant, petitioner, or requester filing a USCIS benefit request must file Form G-1650.
What information does USCIS Form G-1650 require?
The form collects the filer’s full legal name, bank account holder name, account type (business or personal), account kind (checking or savings), authorized payment amount, bank name, routing number, account number, business name if applicable, and the signature.
Where do I file USCIS Form G-1650?
Include the completed Form G-1650 on top of your USCIS application and send it to the USCIS lockbox identified by Agency Location Codes (ALC+2) 7001010330, 7001010331, 7001010335, or 7001010390.
How do I complete USCIS Form G-1650?
Place Form G-1650 on top of your application package. Fill all sections, selecting Business or Personal Account and Checking or Savings Account, then enter the authorized payment amount, bank name, routing number, account number, and business name if needed. Sign the authorization. Ensure your account is with a U.S. bank and that the ACH Debit Block is removed with your bank.
What happens if USCIS Form G-1650 is filed incorrectly?
Failure to provide the requested information may result in USCIS and your financial institution not accepting the payment, which can delay or prevent USCIS from accepting your benefit request.
Can I use a non‑U.S. bank account?
The form requires a U.S. bank account (Form p.1). Verify the bank’s location is within the United States.
Do I need to include a routing number for a savings account?
Both checking and savings accounts require a routing number (Form p.1). Ensure the routing number is entered regardless of account type.
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