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Form I-865: Sponsor's Notice of Change of Address
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-865 is the Sponsor’s Notice of Change of Address, which sponsors who filed Form I-864 must use to report a new address. The notice must be signed and filed within 30 days of the address change.
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USCIS Form I-865 - Sponsor's Notice of Change of Address
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-865 is the Sponsor’s Notice of Change of Address, which sponsors who filed Form I-864 must use to report a new address. The notice must be signed and filed within 30 days of the address change.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Using a stamped or typed name instead of a handwritten signature will cause USCIS to reject the form.
- 2Filing the notice later than 30 days after the address change.
- 3Providing a post office box as the new physical address.
- 4Omitting the effective date of the address change (mm/dd/yyyy).
- 5Using a stamped or typewritten name instead of a handwritten signature.
Plain English
This form lets a sponsor tell USCIS where they now live. You write your new physical address, the date it became effective, and any new mailing address. You also list the immigrants you are sponsoring and provide your contact information. The form must be signed before it is sent.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed within 30 days of the sponsor’s address change.
- 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 have previously filed Form I-864 and need to report a new address within 30 days while the sponsorship agreement is still in force.
- Do not use it when the sponsorship agreement has ended because the immigrant became a U.S. citizen, earned 40 quarters of work, permanently departed and abandoned status, lost status in removal, or died.
- Check Form I-864 instead when you are initially sponsoring an immigrant and need to provide an Affidavit of Support.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen
Sponsorship obligation ends, so no address update required
✓ Verify citizen status with USCIS
Sponsor abandons LPR status by filing Form I-407
Record of abandonment ends sponsorship, so Form I-865 is not needed
✓ Confirm filing of Form I-407
Initial sponsorship of an immigrant
Affidavit of Support creates the sponsorship agreement that later may require Form I-865 for address changes
✓ Ensure Form I-864 is completed
Deadline or filing window
When a sponsor’s address changes, the sponsor must file Form I-865 within 30 days of that change. The official source does not mention any extension or alternative deadline.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Physical address
New street address, city, state, ZIP · Form I-865, Part 1, Item 6.a
Effective date of address change
Date in mm/dd/yyyy format · Form I-865, Part 1, Item 6.a
Mailing address (if different)
New mailing address details, In Care Of name if applicable · Form I-865, Part 1, Item 6.b
Sponsored immigrant information
Names and Alien Registration Numbers (A-Number) · Form I-865, Part 2, Item 1.a-8
Sponsor signature
Handwritten signature of sponsor (or legal guardian) · Form I-865, Signature block
Before you submit
- 1Enter your new physical address; do not use a PO Box.
- 2Enter the effective date of the physical address change in mm/dd/yyyy format.
- 3Indicate whether the new physical address is the same as your mailing address.
- 4If the mailing address differs, provide the new mailing address and any In Care Of name.
- 5List the names and A-Numbers of each immigrant you are sponsoring.
- 6Provide a handwritten signature in the Sponsor’s Signature field.
- 7Date your signature in mm/dd/yyyy format.
- 8Retain a copy of the completed Form I-865 and any mailing receipt before sending.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form I-865 from the USCIS website.
- 2Complete all required fields, including new physical address and effective date.
- 3Sign the form by hand and date it.
- 4Prepare a certified mail receipt or commercial delivery proof of shipment.
- 5Mail the completed Form I-865 to the filing address provided by USCIS.
- 6Keep the mailing receipt or delivery confirmation as proof of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Does not apply after the sponsored immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen.
- 2Does not apply after the sponsored immigrant receives credit for 40 quarters of work.
- 3Does not apply after the sponsored immigrant permanently departs the United States and abandons LPR status (Form I-407) or is in a removal proceeding.
- 4Does not apply after the sponsored immigrant dies.
- 5Does not apply when the sponsor has not previously filed Form I-864.
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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 revision date is 11/10/20. The instructions direct users to the USCIS website for the latest filing information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 11/10/20
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm a handwritten signature is provided; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted
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After you file
- 1Keep the completed Form I-865 and the mailing receipt for your records.
- 2Monitor your mail for a written notice from USCIS confirming acceptance or rejection.
- 3If USCIS requests additional information, respond promptly with the requested documents.
- 4If the notice is rejected, correct the deficiencies and resubmit the form.
- 5Update your personal records to reflect the new address once USCIS confirms the change.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form I-865 is to report a sponsor’s new address.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — sponsor must submit Form I-865 within 30 days of address change if sponsorship agreement is still in force.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — sponsorship agreement ends when immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen, receives credit for 40 quarters of work, departs permanently and abandons status (Form I-407), loses status in removal, or dies.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — each sponsor must submit a separate Form I-865 even if sponsors share the same address.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — provide new physical address; do not provide a PO Box; include effective date in mm/dd/yyyy format.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — indicate if physical address is the same as mailing address; provide new mailing address if different.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — provide names and Alien Registration Numbers (A-Number) of sponsored immigrants.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — signatures must be handwritten; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted; legal guardian may sign with proof of appointment.
- SRCInstructions p.3 — keep certified mail receipt or commercial delivery proof as evidence of filing.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — USCIS may reject incomplete notices; will notify in writing if rejected.
Common confusion points
Can I use a PO Box for my new address?
The form requires a physical address, not a PO Box.
→ Verify the address is a street address, not a PO Box.
Do I need to fill out the mailing address fields if it's the same as my physical address?
The instructions say you can skip those items when addresses are the same.
→ Check the box indicating the addresses are identical and leave the mailing fields blank.
What date format should I use for the effective date?
The form specifies mm/dd/yyyy, and other formats cause rejection.
→ Enter the date exactly as month/day/year with leading zeros.
Is a typed name acceptable for the signature?
USCIS will not accept a stamped or typewritten name.
→ Provide a handwritten signature.
Do I need to file a separate I-865 if I share an address with another sponsor?
Each sponsor must submit a separate form, even if sharing an address.
→ Complete an individual Form I-865 for each sponsor.
Where should I send the completed form?
The filing address can change; the instructions direct you to the website or call for the most current address.
→ Visit www.uscis.gov/I-865 or call the National Customer Service Center to confirm the filing address.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-865
What is USCIS Form I-865 used for?
This form lets a sponsor tell USCIS where they now live. You write your new physical address, the date it became effective, and any new mailing address. You also list the immigrants you are sponsoring and provide your contact information. The form must be signed before it is sent.
Who must file USCIS Form I-865?
Any sponsor who previously filed Form I-864 to support an immigrant must file Form I-865.
What information does USCIS Form I-865 require?
The form collects the sponsor’s new physical and mailing addresses with effective dates, and the names and A‑Numbers of the sponsored immigrants, plus the sponsor’s contact details.
When is USCIS Form I-865 due?
The notice must be filed within 30 days of the sponsor’s address change.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-865?
File the notice according to the current instructions on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/I-865 or by calling the National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 for the latest filing location.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-865?
First, provide the new physical address (no PO Box) and the effective date in mm/dd/yyyy format, and indicate if it matches the mailing address. Next, list each sponsored immigrant’s name and A‑Number in Part 2, adding extra entries in Part 6 if more than four. Then select the appropriate box in Part 3 to confirm you read the notice or used an interpreter, supply daytime and mobile phone numbers and email, and sign and date the form. Keep a copy and any mailing receipt for your records.
What happens if USCIS Form I-865 is filed incorrectly?
USCIS will reject the notice if it is not properly signed; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted.
Can I use a PO Box for my new address?
The form requires a physical address, not a PO Box. Verify the address is a street address, not a PO Box.
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