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Form I-360: Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant
USCIS Form I-360 is the Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant that allows eligible individuals or employers to request special immigrant status. If you started an Afghan SIV application on or after July 20 2022, you must not file Form I‑360 with USCIS.
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USCIS Form I-360 - Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant
USCIS Form I-360 is the Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant that allows eligible individuals or employers to request special immigrant status. If you started an Afghan SIV application on or after July 20 2022, you must not file Form I‑360 with USCIS.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Missing the biometrics appointment can lead to denial of the petition.
- 2Failing to provide a safe mailing address in Part 1, Item 7, may cause USCIS to use the preparer’s address.
- 3Submitting original documents when only copies are required can result in USCIS destroying them.
- 4Omitting a certified English translation for foreign‑language documents leads to rejection.
- 5Not signing the oath at the biometrics appointment may cause denial of the petition.
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Form I‑360 asks you to request a special immigrant classification, such as a VAWA self‑petition, an Afghan SIV, or an EB‑4 employee petition. You give personal details, a safe mailing address, any required translations, and sign the document 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 are an Amerasian, a widow or widower of a U.S. citizen, or a qualifying special immigrant such as a special immigrant juvenile, religious worker, or other EB‑4 category listed.
- Do not use it when your U.S. citizen spouse already filed Form I-130 that was approved or pending at the time of death, because USCIS converts that petition to a Form I-360.
- Check Form I-130 instead when your U.S. citizen spouse filed a petition for you before death.
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Use this form or another form?
Spouse filed petition before death
USCIS automatically converts an approved or pending I-130 to a Form I-360, making a new I-360 unnecessary
✓ Verify the I-130 was approved or pending at the spouse’s death
Need a replacement I-94 record
I-94 number is required on Form I-360; without it you must obtain a replacement
✓ Confirm you have a valid I-94 or have filed Form I-102
Determine filing fee amount
Fee schedule lists the correct amount to accompany Form I-360
✓ Review the current fee on Form G-1055 before attaching payment
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Marriage evidence
Copy of marriage certificate and proof of termination of any prior marriages · Applicant’s personal records
Proof of U.S. citizen spouse
Birth certificate, Naturalization Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship · Spouse’s vital records
Signature
Handwritten signature of petitioner or authorized signatory · Signature block on Form I-360
USCIS Online Account Number (OAN)
OAN from prior receipt number beginning with IOE (found in online account profile or Account Access Notice) · USCIS online account or mailed notice
Form I-94 number and expiration
I-94 number and date of authorized stay expiration · Physical I-94 card or electronic record at cbp.gov/i94
Before you submit
- 1Confirm the edition date on Form I-360 is 01/20/25
- 2Enter “None” for any numeric field where the answer is zero
- 3Attach a copy of the marriage certificate and any prior divorce decrees
- 4Attach proof of U.S. citizenship for the spouse (birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or certificate of citizenship)
- 5Provide the beneficiary’s Form I-94 number and expiration date, if applicable
- 6Include the appropriate filing fee as indicated in Form G-1055
- 7Ensure a handwritten signature appears in the petitioner’s signature block
- 8If petitioner is under 14, obtain a parent or legal guardian signature
- 9Verify all required fields are completed and no typewritten names replace signatures
- 10Retain a complete copy of the signed petition and all supporting documents
How to file this form
- 1Collect all required supporting documents (marriage certificate, proof of U.S. citizenship, Form I-94, etc.) to attach to the petition
- 2Complete Form I-360 using the latest edition, entering “None” for any zero numeric response
- 3Sign the petition by hand in the signature block, or have an authorized guardian sign if applicable
- 4Include the appropriate filing fee as listed in Form G-1055
- 5Mail the completed form and evidence to the USCIS address listed for the petition category, retaining a copy of the sealed envelope as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Do not file Form I-360 when the U.S. citizen spouse’s Form I-130 was approved or pending at the time of death, because it converts to a Form I-360 automatically
- 2Form I-360 does not apply to individuals who are not Amerasian, widow(er) of a U.S. citizen, or a qualifying special immigrant listed in the instructions
- 3Self‑petition is allowed only for certain special immigrant categories; review the petition instructions to confirm eligibility
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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->Edition date — 01/20/25; source shows OMB No. 1615-0020 expires 03/31/2027.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the form shows Edition 01/20/25
- Fee — Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
- Signature — ensure a handwritten ink signature appears; typewritten or stamped names are invalid
- OMB expiration — confirm OMB No. 1615-0020 expires 03/31/2027
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After you file
- 1Keep a complete copy of the petition packet for at least five years
- 2Retain the mailing receipt and any tracking information as proof of submission
- 3Await the USCIS receipt notice (Form I-797C) confirming acceptance of the petition
- 4If a Request for Evidence is issued, respond within the deadline indicated in the notice
- 5If the petition is denied, consider filing a motion to reopen or reconsider
- 6Store the approved petition and related documents for future immigration benefits
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form I-360 is to classify an alien as an Amerasian, a widow or widower of a U.S. citizen, or a special immigrant
- SRCInstructions p.2 — if the U.S. citizen spouse filed Form I-130 before death and it was approved or pending, you do not need to file Form I-360; the I-130 converts to a widow(er)’s Form I-360
- SRCInstructions p.11 — USCIS will not accept a stamped or typewritten name; a handwritten signature is required; a photocopied, faxed, or scanned signature is valid
- SRCInstructions p.11 — employer must file Form I-360 for an EB‑4 special immigrant, but the employee may self‑petition in certain situations
- SRCInstructions p.12 — for numeric responses of zero, type or print “None” unless otherwise directed
- SRCInstructions p.12 — OAN exists only if a prior receipt number begins with IOE; it is not the same as an A‑Number
- SRCInstructions p.12 — provide Form I-94 number and expiration date; obtain a paper I-94 from cbp.gov/i94 or file Form I-102 if needed
- SRCForm p.5 — includes an A‑Number field (if any) and sections for information about the spouse and children of the beneficiary
Common confusion points
Do I need to file Form I-360 if my spouse filed Form I-130 before death?
Conversion of an approved or pending I-130 to a Form I-360 can make a new filing unnecessary
→ Verify that the I-130 was approved or pending at the time of the spouse’s death
Can I type my name instead of signing?
USCIS requires a handwritten ink signature; typewritten names are invalid
→ Ensure a handwritten signature appears in the signature block
What should I enter for numeric fields when the answer is zero?
Instructions specify using the word “None” for zero responses
→ Enter “None” in those fields
Do I need to provide an OAN if I have never filed online?
OAN exists only for prior filings with receipt numbers beginning with IOE
→ Leave the OAN field blank if you do not have one
Is a photocopied signature acceptable?
USCIS accepts a clear photocopy, fax, or scan of the original handwritten signature
→ Submit a legible scan or photocopy of the handwritten signature
Which form do I use for a replacement I-94?
A missing or unavailable I-94 must be replaced using Form I-102
→ File Form I-102 to obtain a new I-94 before completing Form I-360
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Questions about USCIS Form I-360
What is USCIS Form I-360 used for?
Form I‑360 asks you to request a special immigrant classification, such as a VAWA self‑petition, an Afghan SIV, or an EB‑4 employee petition. You give personal details, a safe mailing address, any required translations, and sign the document before sending it.
Who must file USCIS Form I-360?
The petitioner or authorized signatory files USCIS Form I‑360 – for example, a VAWA self‑petitioner, an employer filing for an EB‑4 special immigrant, or an Afghan SIV applicant (before July 20 2022).
What information does USCIS Form I-360 require?
The form collects a safe mailing address in Part 1, Item 7, any foreign‑language documents with certified English translations, a USCIS Online Account Number if you have one, and the petitioner’s signature.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-360?
First, download the latest Form I‑360 and use Adobe Reader to complete it. Enter your safe mailing address in Part 1, Item 7, attach certified English translations for any foreign documents, and include your USCIS Online Account Number if applicable. Sign the petition and mail it to the address indicated in the instructions. Attend the biometrics appointment and sign the oath confirming the information is true.
What happens if USCIS Form I-360 is filed incorrectly?
If you miss your biometrics appointment, USCIS may deny the petition.
Do I need to file Form I-360 if my spouse filed Form I-130 before death?
Conversion of an approved or pending I-130 to a Form I-360 can make a new filing unnecessary Verify that the I-130 was approved or pending at the time of the spouse’s death
Can I type my name instead of signing?
USCIS requires a handwritten ink signature; typewritten names are invalid Ensure a handwritten signature appears in the signature block
What should I enter for numeric fields when the answer is zero?
Instructions specify using the word “None” for zero responses Enter “None” in those fields
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