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Form I-956H: Bona Fides of Persons Involved with Regional Center Program
USCIS Form I-956H is used to attest the eligibility of individuals involved with a regional center, a new commercial enterprise (NCE), or an affiliated job‑creating entity (JCE) in the EB‑5 program. Each such person must file the form with required evidence.
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USCIS Form I-956H - Bona Fides of Persons Involved with Regional Center Program
USCIS Form I-956H is used to attest the eligibility of individuals involved with a regional center, a new commercial enterprise (NCE), or an affiliated job‑creating entity (JCE) in the EB‑5 program. Each such person must file the form with required evidence.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting a stamped or typed name instead of a handwritten signature can cause rejection.
- 2Using a stamped or typed name rather than a handwritten signature on the form.
- 3Submitting original documents when only legible photocopies are required.
- 4Leaving out the translator’s certification signature, printed name, date, or contact information for foreign‑language documents.
- 5Failing to write “N/A” for questions that do not apply or “None” for numeric zero answers.
Plain English
This form confirms that you are eligible to be involved with an EB‑5 regional center, new commercial enterprise, or job‑creating entity. Fill it out in black ink, answer every question, sign and date each page, and include any evidence the instructions require.
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 person involved with a regional center, a new commercial enterprise (NCE), or an affiliated job‑creating entity (JCE) and must attest your eligibility for the EB‑5 program.
- Do not use it when you are not involved with a regional center, NCE, or affiliated JCE, or when filing a change‑of‑address request.
- Check Form I-956F instead when you are filing the supplemental Form I-956F for an NCE or JCE.
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Use this form or another form?
Filing the primary EB‑5 petition
Main application for the EB‑5 regional center program
✓ Confirm you have attached Form I-956H as required
Submitting a supplemental filing for a new commercial or job‑creating entity
Adds the NCE or JCE to the EB‑5 petition
✓ Verify you are also submitting Form I-956H with it
Determining the filing fee amount
Provides the fee schedule for Form I-956H
✓ Check the current fee listed before payment
Deadline or filing window
The instructions do not specify a filing deadline or filing window for USCIS Form I-956H. No extension or day‑count requirements are mentioned in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Eligibility attestation section
Signed statement of eligibility · Form I-956H itself
Proof of lawful permanent resident status (if applicable)
Copy of LPR card · Personal documents
Contact information
Current telephone number and email address · Applicant's records
Translation certification (if translation required)
Translator’s signed certification with name, date, contact info · Translator’s statement
Supporting evidence for eligibility
Documents listed in Specific Instructions · Applicant’s supporting files
Before you submit
- 1Print the form in black ink
- 2Type or print legibly in black ink
- 3Answer every question fully; use “N/A” for non‑applicable items
- 4Enter “None” for numeric responses that are zero
- 5Provide your current telephone number and email address
- 6Attach all required supporting documents listed in the Specific Instructions
- 7Include a handwritten signature (or a valid scanned copy of it)
- 8If you are under 14, have a parent or legal guardian sign on your behalf
- 9Verify you have a United States mailing address
- 10Check the fee amount on Form G-1055 before payment
- 11Confirm you are using the latest edition dated 04/01/24
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the latest Form I-956H from the USCIS website
- 2Complete the form in black ink, typing or printing legibly
- 3Gather and attach all required evidence and supporting documents
- 4Sign the form by hand (or include a valid scanned copy of the handwritten signature)
- 5Pay the filing fee as indicated on Form G-1055
- 6Mail the completed form to the filing address listed on the USCIS website (do not use the office address on page 5)
- 7Retain a copy of the mailed package and any tracking receipt as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Does not apply to individuals not involved with a regional center, NCE, or affiliated JCE
- 2Does not serve as a change‑of‑address request; address updates must be filed separately
- 3Cannot be mailed to the office address shown on page 5; use the filing address provided on the USCIS website
- 4If the applicant is under 14, a parent or legal guardian must sign the form
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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 Instructions show a revision date of 04/01/24 and an expiration of 03/31/2027. The source directs filers to www.uscis.gov/I-956H for the most current filing address.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the Instructions show revision date 04/01/24
- Fee — Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
- Mailing address — confirm you do NOT send the form to 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Mail Stop #2140 (source says do not mail there)
- Signature — confirm a handwritten ink signature (or a valid photocopy, fax, or scan) is included
- US address — confirm you have a United States address to file the form
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After you file
- 1Keep a complete copy of the signed form and all attachments for your records
- 2Monitor USCIS communications for an acceptance notice or a Request for Evidence
- 3If USCIS requests original documents, provide them and retain proof of their return
- 4If the form is rejected, correct any deficiencies and resubmit with complete evidence
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form I-956H is to attest eligibility of persons involved with a regional center, NCE, or affiliated JCE
- SRCInstructions p.1 — a person involved with a JCE that is not an affiliated JCE may be required to complete the form at the Secretary’s discretion
- SRCInstructions p.1 — if previously filed Form I-956H with Form I-956, must also file Form I-956H with Form I-956F when involved with NCE or JCE
- SRCInstructions p.2 — photocopied, faxed, or scanned copies of an original handwritten signature are valid for filing
- SRCInstructions p.2 — filing fee information is found on Form G-1055 (specific amount not stated)
- SRCInstructions p.4 — must submit all evidence requested; failure may lead to rejection or denial per 8 CFR 103.2(b)(1)
- SRCInstructions p.4 — for lawful permanent residents, provide a copy of the LPR card
- SRCInstructions p.4 — where to file: see www.uscis.gov/I-956H for the most current filing address
- SRCInstructions p.4 — non‑U.S. citizens must notify USCIS of a new address within 10 days of moving
- SRCInstructions p.5 — do not mail the completed Form I-956H to 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Mail Stop #2140
Common confusion points
Do I mail the form to the address on page 5?
The address on page 5 is for office correspondence, not filing.
→ Verify the filing address on www.uscis.gov/I-956H before mailing
Is a scanned signature acceptable?
The Instructions allow a photocopied, faxed, or scanned copy of the original handwritten signature.
→ Ensure the scan is of the original handwritten signature
Do I need to include a filing fee with this form?
Fee details are provided on Form G-1055, not in the I-956H Instructions.
→ Check Form G-1055 for the correct fee amount
Can I submit a change‑of‑address request with this form?
The source says change‑of‑address requests must not be submitted to the Lockbox.
→ File address changes using the separate USCIS change‑of‑address process
What if I am under 14 years old?
The Instructions require a parent or legal guardian to sign on behalf of a minor.
→ Confirm a parent or guardian has signed the form
Do I need to provide my USCIS Online Account Number?
The OAN is only required if you previously filed a form with a receipt number beginning with IOE.
→ Check your receipt number; if it does not begin with IOE, you do not have an OAN
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Questions about USCIS Form I-956H
What is USCIS Form I-956H used for?
This form confirms that you are eligible to be involved with an EB‑5 regional center, new commercial enterprise, or job‑creating entity. Fill it out in black ink, answer every question, sign and date each page, and include any evidence the instructions require.
Who must file USCIS Form I-956H?
Each person involved with a regional center, a new commercial enterprise, or an affiliated job‑creating entity must file USCIS Form I-956H; a participant in a non‑affiliated JCE may also be required at the Secretary’s discretion.
What information does USCIS Form I-956H require?
The form collects an eligibility attestation, the filer’s current telephone number and email address, and, if applicable, a USCIS Online Account Number; it also requires a handwritten signature and date on every sheet.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-956H?
File the form according to the current instructions on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/I-956H, which provides the up‑to‑date filing address.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-956H?
Type or print answers legibly in black ink, referencing the page, part, and item numbers for each response. Answer every question fully, using “N/A” when a question does not apply and “None” for numeric zeros. Provide your current phone number, email, and OAN if you have one, attach required evidence, and sign and date each page with a handwritten signature. Submit the completed form to the filing address listed on the USCIS website.
What happens if USCIS Form I-956H is filed incorrectly?
If the form is not properly completed, USCIS may reject or deny the underlying application.
Do I mail the form to the address on page 5?
The address on page 5 is for office correspondence, not filing. Verify the filing address on www.uscis.gov/I-956H before mailing
Is a scanned signature acceptable?
The Instructions allow a photocopied, faxed, or scanned copy of the original handwritten signature. Ensure the scan is of the original handwritten signature
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