Where to mail i485
The I-485 form, also known as the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is typically mailed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office that serves the area where you live. Here are the steps to determine where to mail your I-485 application:
- Check the USCIS website: Visit the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov and use the "Find a USCIS Office" tool to locate the office that serves your area. You can enter your city, state, or zip code to find the nearest office.
- Check the instructions: The I-485 instructions will also provide information on where to mail your application. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and follow the mailing instructions provided.
- Use the USCIS address: The USCIS office that serves your area will have a specific address where you should mail your I-485 application. You can find this address on the USCIS website or on the instructions.
Here are some general mailing addresses for USCIS offices:
- For applicants in the United States:
- USCIS, P.O. Box 660555, Dallas, TX 75266-0555 (for applications filed in the Dallas, TX area)
- USCIS, P.O. Box 660555, Phoenix, AZ 85065-0555 (for applications filed in the Phoenix, AZ area)
- USCIS, P.O. Box 660555, Chicago, IL 60680-0555 (for applications filed in the Chicago, IL area)
- For applicants in the Washington, D.C. area:
- USCIS, P.O. Box 660555, Washington, DC 20095-0555
Please note that these are general addresses and may not be the correct address for your specific application. Be sure to check the USCIS website or the instructions for the specific address where you should mail your I-485 application.
It's also important to note that you should not mail your I-485 application to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) or any other government agency. You should only mail it to the USCIS office that serves your area.