Update immigration correspondence through the applicable USCIS process as well as arranging ordinary mail handling. A postal forwarding order should not be assumed to update an immigration case.
Read the current USCIS change-of-address instructions
USCIS's address-change guidance distinguishes an immigration address update from a US Postal Service change. It encourages using the official online account and explains the importance of identifying pending benefit requests. It also provides specific procedures for certain populations and sponsor-related situations. Read USCIS: How to Change Your Address.
Your working sheet
The following is an editorial organisation tool, not an official application checklist. Copy the rows that help and fill them with your own verified records.
| Check | What to record |
|---|---|
| People and cases | List each affected applicant and pending receipt number |
| Official method | Read the current address-change instructions and any category-specific procedure |
| Confirmation | Keep the old address new address submission date and official acknowledgement |
A practical example
For example, a household may have multiple pending cases under different people. Their checklist should identify each affected case instead of treating one account-profile edit as evidence that every record changed. A sponsor should also research the separate sponsor notice where applicable.
Before the next step
Follow the live USCIS guidance promptly and retain confirmation. Research Department of State or other-agency updates separately if the case has moved to another process. If a protected or sensitive category has a special method, use that process rather than an ordinary public enquiry.
Continue with the guide library or save the next task in the moving planner. Official requirements can change; the source above was checked on 17 October 2026.