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Form G-325A: Biographic Information (for Deferred Action)
USCIS Form G-325A is the Biographic Information form used to request an initial or subsequent grant of Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) deferred action for individuals with an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360.
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USCIS Form G-325A - Biographic Information (for Deferred Action)
USCIS Form G-325A is the Biographic Information form used to request an initial or subsequent grant of Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) deferred action for individuals with an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Using a typed name instead of a handwritten signature will cause the form to be rejected.
- 2Submitting the form without a handwritten signature and date.
- 3Using a stamped or typed name in place of a signature.
- 4Leaving the USCIS Online Account Number blank when you have one.
- 5Failing to enter an A‑Number or typing “N/A” when none exists.
Plain English
Form G-325A collects personal details so you can ask USCIS for SIJ deferred action. It is used when you already have an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360. You fill it out, sign it, and send it to USCIS. The form also lets you give a safe mailing address if needed.
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 requesting an initial or subsequent grant of SIJ deferred action if you have an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360 and a visa is not immediately available to file Form I‑485.
- Do not use it when seeking deferred action for DACA, Violence Against Women Act self‑petitions, or for A‑3, G‑5, T, and U nonimmigrant status.
- Check Form I‑485 instead when a visa is immediately available and you can adjust status directly.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting employment authorization without SIJ deferred action
Separate employment authorization is required when not covered by SIJ deferred action
✓ Verify eligibility for the (c)(14) category before filing
Need to waive the employment authorization fee
Fee waiver is required only for the employment authorization fee
✓ Confirm you qualify for a fee waiver before attaching the form
Applying for SIJ status before deferred action
The SIJ petition establishes eligibility for deferred action
✓ Ensure the I-360 is approved before using G-325A
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Alien Registration Number (A‑Number)
A‑Number from DHS correspondence or N/A · USCIS notices or approval letters
Country of Birth
Current country name from passport or birth certificate · Passport or official ID
Signature
Handwritten signature of the applicant · The completed form itself
Interpreter’s Contact Information (Part 6)
Interpreter’s name, address, and signature · The interpreter who assisted
Online Account Number (OAN)
OAN from online USCIS account profile or receipt with IOE prefix · USCIS online account or Account Access Notice
Before you submit
- 1Verify the revision date reads 01/20/25
- 2Enter N/A for any field where you have no A‑Number
- 3Provide the current country name for Country of Birth
- 4If you have an OAN, enter it; otherwise leave the field blank
- 5Complete Part 6 if an interpreter was used and obtain their signature
- 6Complete Part 7 if another person prepared the form and obtain their signature
- 7Attach a fee waiver (Form I‑912) only if you request employment authorization fee exemption
- 8Check the USCIS website for the current filing address
- 9Ensure a handwritten signature appears in the signature field
- 10Do not use a stamped or typewritten name in place of any signature
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form G‑325A from the USCIS website
- 2Fill in all biographic fields, typing N/A where information is not applicable
- 3Enter your A‑Number if you have one; otherwise type N/A
- 4Provide your OAN only if you have a receipt number beginning with IOE
- 5If an interpreter assisted, have them complete Part 6 and sign
- 6If another person prepared the form, have them complete Part 7 and sign
- 7Attach the appropriate fee or fee waiver for employment authorization, if applicable
- 8Mail the signed form to the address listed on the USCIS website and keep a copy
Known limitations
- 1Does not apply to DACA deferred action requests
- 2Does not apply to Violence Against Women Act self‑petition deferred action
- 3Does not apply to A‑3, G‑5, T, or U nonimmigrant status deferred action
- 4Not for direct adjustment to permanent residence (use Form I‑485)
- 5Not for employment authorization without SIJ deferred action (use Form I‑765)
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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 shows a revision date of 01/20/25 and an OMB expiration of 10/31/2027; the instructions direct users to the USCIS website for the most current filing address.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm it reads 01/20/25 on the form
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source; see www.uscis.gov/g-325a for current address
- Signature — must be handwritten; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted
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After you file
- 1Retain a copy of the signed form and mailing receipt for at least six months
- 2Monitor your case status online using the receipt number once received
- 3Watch for a USCIS receipt notice confirming acceptance of the form
- 4If USCIS issues a Request for Evidence, respond within the deadline indicated
- 5If the form is rejected due to a signature issue, correct and re‑file promptly
- 6Keep any fee waiver documentation submitted with the application
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose: request initial and subsequent deferred action (excluding DACA, VAWA, A‑3, G‑5, T, U)
- SRCInstructions p.1 — bullet: initial SIJ deferred action with approved I‑360 and no immediate visa for I‑485
- SRCInstructions p.1 — bullet: request a subsequent period of SIJ deferred action
- SRCInstructions p.1 — signature must be handwritten; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted
- SRCInstructions p.2 — OAN only if receipt number begins with IOE; otherwise not applicable
- SRCInstructions p.2 — A‑Number begins with “A”; type N/A if none
- SRCInstructions p.2 — Country of Birth uses current country name
- SRCInstructions p.4 — employment authorization fee exempt for SIJ deferred action; fee waiver via Form I‑912
- SRCInstructions p.5 — Part 6 interpreter must sign; Part 7 preparer must sign
- SRCInstructions p.7 — filing address is on www.uscis.gov/g-325a
Common confusion points
Can I type my name instead of signing?
USCIS does not accept stamped or typewritten names
→ Confirm you have a handwritten signature
Do I need to provide my A‑Number if I don’t have one?
The field asks for an A‑Number but you may not have one
→ Enter N/A as instructed
Is my OAN required if I filed a paper form?
OAN exists only for online filings with receipt numbers starting IOE
→ Leave OAN blank unless you have an online receipt
Do I need to list my parents’ financial information?
Source notes you do not need household members’ financial info
→ Skip any unrelated financial sections
Do I use this form for DACA renewal?
Form G‑325A is not for DACA deferred action
→ Use the DACA renewal process instead
Should I send the form to the address on the PDF?
Filing address is provided on the USCIS website, not necessarily on the PDF
→ Check www.uscis.gov/g-325a for the current filing address
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Questions about USCIS Form G-325A
What is USCIS Form G-325A used for?
Form G-325A collects personal details so you can ask USCIS for SIJ deferred action. It is used when you already have an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360. You fill it out, sign it, and send it to USCIS. The form also lets you give a safe mailing address if needed.
Who must file USCIS Form G-325A?
Individuals who have an approved SIJ‑based Form I‑360 (Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant) and need to request an initial or subsequent period of SIJ deferred action must file USCIS Form G-325A.
What information does USCIS Form G-325A require?
The form gathers biographic data such as sex, USCIS Online Account Number, A‑Number, and country of birth, plus contact information and required signatures in Parts 5‑7.
Where do I file USCIS Form G-325A?
The filing address is provided on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/g-325a; do not mail the completed Form G-325A to the address 1615-0008.
How do I complete USCIS Form G-325A?
Type or print legibly in black ink, fill extra space in Part 8 if needed, and provide any safe mailing address for VAWA, T, or U victims. Complete required items such as sex, OAN, A‑Number, and country of birth, then sign and date each sheet, especially in Part 5. If an interpreter or preparer assisted, they must also sign in Parts 6 and 7.
What happens if USCIS Form G-325A is filed incorrectly?
If you do not attend your biometrics services appointment, USCIS may not grant your deferred‑action request, and a stamped or typed name instead of a signature is unacceptable.
Can I type my name instead of signing?
USCIS does not accept stamped or typewritten names Confirm you have a handwritten signature
Do I need to provide my A‑Number if I don’t have one?
The field asks for an A‑Number but you may not have one Enter N/A as instructed
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