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USCIS Reminds Immigrants to Report Address Changes Within 10 Day
IRVING, Texas — September 28, 2026 — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is reminding noncitizens in the United States that they generally must report a change of address within 10 days of moving. The requirement applies to many immigrants, including lawful permanent residents, and is particularly important for individuals with pending immigration cases.
Failing to update an address can create practical problems if USCIS sends an interview notice, request for evidence, appointment notice, or other important correspondence to an outdated address. USCIS advises individuals to keep their records current so that immigration correspondence and benefits can reach them without unnecessary delays.
Importantly, changing an address with the U.S. Postal Service does not automatically update an individual's address with USCIS. USCIS also notes that USPS does not forward USCIS mail. Individuals who move should therefore update their information with both agencies.
For most people, USCIS strongly encourages using a USCIS online account and its self-service change-of-address tool. Individuals with pending cases should provide the receipt numbers for their cases when completing the online update. USCIS says online filing can allow the address change to be processed almost immediately.
A paper Form AR-11, Alien's Change of Address Card, remains available for eligible individuals who need to report their change by mail. Certain categories of noncitizens may have different procedures or exemptions, so applicants should review the applicable USCIS instructions carefully.
GCEB1 previously detailed the requirement and the practical steps immigrants should take after moving in its article, “Moved House? USCIS Gives You Just 10 Days to Update The New Address.”
Keeping an immigration record updated is a simple but important compliance step. For individuals navigating employment-based green cards, adjustment of status, naturalization, or other immigration matters, maintaining accurate contact information can help reduce the risk of missing time-sensitive USCIS communications.
GCEB1 will continue to monitor U.S. immigration developments and provide timely updates for immigrants and employment-based green card applicants.
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