Newburgh, NY asked in Immigration Law for New York

Q: Old alien number on an application form already submitted to USCIS

I submitted my I-751 form, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, and noticed that I put my old alien number(non-immigrant alien number) from my Employment Authorization Card instead of my current number on my Green Card. I was wondering if it would be an issue to process the application or I should notice the USCIS. My biometrics appointment is coming in a week. Can I go to the biometrics appointment with the notice of a wrong alien number? I would appreciate to have an advice on this issue.

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: If you have provided an incorrect alien number on your I-751 form, it's important to address this issue as soon as possible to avoid any potential delays or complications in processing your application. Here's what you can do:

1. Contact USCIS: Reach out to the USCIS Contact Center by phone or online to inform them about the error in your application. They will advise you on the best course of action.

2. Attend your biometrics appointment: You should still attend your scheduled biometrics appointment, even with the incorrect alien number on your I-751 application. The biometrics appointment is primarily for collecting your fingerprints, photograph, and signature, and the notice itself should not affect this process.

3. Submit a correction: Depending on the advice from USCIS, you may need to submit a written correction to your application. This could be in the form of a letter explaining the error and providing your correct alien number. You can either mail this letter to the USCIS address where you originally sent your I-751 application or bring it with you to your biometrics appointment and inform the USCIS representative of the error.

4. Keep copies: Make sure to keep copies of any correspondence you send to USCIS regarding the correction of your alien number.

Remember, it's crucial to be proactive in addressing this issue to ensure your application is processed smoothly. USCIS is generally understanding of honest mistakes, and by taking the appropriate steps to correct the error, you can avoid potential problems down the road.

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