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Form I-690: Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-690 is used by Special Agricultural Workers and applicants seeking legalization under INA 245A to request a waiver of inadmissibility. The form expires 03/31/2027.
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USCIS Form I-690 - Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-690 is used by Special Agricultural Workers and applicants seeking legalization under INA 245A to request a waiver of inadmissibility. The form expires 03/31/2027.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting Form I‑690 without a valid signature leads to denial.
- 2Submitting the form without a U.S. mailing address, which is required to file.
- 3Failing to provide the required humanitarian or public‑interest evidence, risking denial under 8 CFR 103.2(b)(1).
- 4Using a stamped or typed name instead of a handwritten signature, which is not acceptable.
- 5Omitting the interpreter certification in Part 4 when an interpreter was used.
Plain English
Form I-690 lets certain agricultural workers and people applying for legalization ask USCIS to waive a ground that makes them inadmissible. You must include proof that the waiver serves humanitarian or public‑interest goals. The form must be signed and include any required translations. Submit it to the address USCIS lists online.
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 a Special Agricultural Worker or a Legalization applicant (INA 210 or 245A) seeking a waiver of inadmissibility.
- Do not use it when the inadmissibility ground does not apply to SAW or Legalization applicants, or when you qualify for a blanket vaccination waiver.
- Check Form G-1055 instead when you need to determine the filing fee.
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Use this form or another form?
Need to know filing fee
Provides the current fee schedule for Form I-690
✓ Verify fee amount matches website
Require latest filing address
Instructions direct to USCIS website for current address
✓ Confirm website address before mailing
No internet access, need mailed form
You may call USCIS Contact Center to request a mailed copy
✓ Ensure request is placed before filing
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Applicant’s signature (Part 3)
Handwritten ink signature on the form · Your completed Form I-690
Evidence of waiver justification
Documentation showing humanitarian purposes, family unity, or public interest · Supporting letters, affidavits, medical or hardship docs
Vaccination waiver proof (if applicable)
Certification from civil surgeon or panel physician that vaccination is not medically appropriate · Physician’s statement
Proof of United States address
Utility bill, lease, or government correspondence showing US residence · Personal records
Biometric services notice (if required)
Appointment notice from USCIS · USCIS correspondence
Before you submit
- 1Verify the form revision date is 04/01/24.
- 2Confirm the form has not expired (expires 03/31/2027).
- 3Ensure you have a United States mailing address on the form.
- 4Attach all required supporting evidence for humanitarian or public interest reasons.
- 5Include a handwritten ink signature in Part 3 (or parent/guardian signature if applicable).
- 6Review that any vaccination waiver documentation is included if you rely on a blanket waiver.
- 7Check the filing fee amount on Form G-1055 and include the correct payment.
- 8Use the current filing address listed on www.uscis.gov/i-690.
- 9If no internet, request a mailed form via USCIS Contact Center before proceeding.
- 10Keep a copy of the entire application and all attachments for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Gather required evidence showing humanitarian purposes, family unity, or public interest.
- 2Complete Form I-690, entering accurate contact information and signing in Part 3.
- 3Pay the filing fee as specified in Form G-1055 and attach the payment receipt.
- 4Mail the completed form and attachments to the current USCIS filing address found on the website.
- 5Retain a copy of the mailed package and the USPS tracking receipt as proof of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Form I-690 does not apply to inadmissibility grounds unrelated to Special Agricultural Workers or Legalization applicants.
- 2A blanket vaccination waiver eliminates the need to file Form I-690 for vaccination issues.
- 3A United States address is required; the form cannot be filed without one.
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Petitioner Info
3 items
Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.
Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.
Beneficiary Info
3 items
Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.
Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).
Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.
Relationship
1 items
Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
Signatures
2 items
Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.
Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form’s current edition is the 04/01/24 revision, which expires 03/31/2027. The instructions direct filers to the USCIS website for the latest filing address.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 04/01/24
- Expiration — confirm the form expires 03/31/2027
- Fee — see Form G-1055 for the required filing fee; amount not stated in source
- Mailing address — locate the current filing address on www.uscis.gov/i-690; not provided in source
- Signature — ensure a handwritten ink signature is included; stamped or typewritten name not acceptable
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After you file
- 1Keep a complete copy of the submitted Form I-690 and all attachments.
- 2Store the receipt notice or tracking confirmation for at least five years.
- 3Await USCIS acceptance notice; if not received, follow up with the USCIS Contact Center.
- 4Respond promptly to any Request for Evidence or biometric services appointment notice.
- 5Update USCIS of any address change within 10 days using the online system or Form I-690 address change instructions.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form I-690 is to apply for a waiver for SAW or Legalization applicants.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — form is not needed for inadmissibility grounds that do not apply to SAW or Legalization applicants.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — blanket vaccination waiver eligibility eliminates the need to file Form I-690.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — if you lack internet, you may call USCIS Contact Center to request a mailed form.
- SRCInstructions p.5 — filing fee information is found on Form G-1055; amount not stated.
- SRCInstructions p.5 — signature must be handwritten ink; stamped or typewritten name not acceptable.
- SRCInstructions p.6 — must submit evidence showing humanitarian purposes, family unity, or public interest.
- SRCInstructions p.6 — see www.uscis.gov/i-690 for the most current filing address.
Common confusion points
Do I need to file Form I-690 for my visa denial?
Confused between different inadmissibility grounds not covered by SAW or Legalization.
→ Verify that your inadmissibility ground relates to SAW or INA 245A.
Can I use a typed name instead of a signature?
Misunderstanding signature requirement.
→ Ensure a handwritten ink signature appears on the form.
Where do I send the form?
The instructions point to a website, not a static address.
→ Check the current filing address on www.uscis.gov/i-690 before mailing.
Do I still need to file if I received a vaccination waiver?
Unclear about blanket waiver eligibility.
→ Confirm you have a physician’s certification that vaccination is not medically appropriate or that you have submitted proof of vaccination.
What fee should I include?
Fee amount not listed in the instructions.
→ Look up the exact fee on Form G-1055 and attach the payment.
Do I need a USCIS Online Account Number?
OAN mentioned in instructions but not required for filing.
→ Include OAN only if you have one; otherwise leave blank.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-690
What is USCIS Form I-690 used for?
Form I-690 lets certain agricultural workers and people applying for legalization ask USCIS to waive a ground that makes them inadmissible. You must include proof that the waiver serves humanitarian or public‑interest goals. The form must be signed and include any required translations. Submit it to the address USCIS lists online.
Who must file USCIS Form I-690?
Applicants for adjustment of status who are Special Agricultural Workers or who are seeking legalization under INA 245A must file USCIS Form I-690.
What information does USCIS Form I-690 require?
The form collects the applicant’s contact information in Part 3, interpreter details in Part 4, preparer information in Part 5, and supporting evidence showing humanitarian, family‑unity, or public‑interest reasons for the waiver.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-690?
File the application to the address listed on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/i-690.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-690?
Complete Part 3 with your daytime, mobile phone numbers and email, then sign and date the form. If you used an interpreter, fill out Part 4 and have the interpreter sign. If someone else prepared the form, that person signs Part 5. Attach translations with certified statements and all supporting evidence, then submit the package to the USCIS filing address.
What happens if USCIS Form I-690 is filed incorrectly?
If the form is incomplete, improperly signed, or lacks required evidence, USCIS may reject or deny the application.
Do I need to file Form I-690 for my visa denial?
Confused between different inadmissibility grounds not covered by SAW or Legalization. Verify that your inadmissibility ground relates to SAW or INA 245A.
Can I use a typed name instead of a signature?
Misunderstanding signature requirement. Ensure a handwritten ink signature appears on the form.
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