Fill out AR-11 (Alien Change of Address Card) online
Form AR-11 is used by non-U.S. citizens to report a change of address to USCIS. Federal law requires most non-citizens to report an address change within 10 days of moving. Failure to report can be a misdemeanor and may affect pending immigration applications.
How to fill out AR-11 (Alien Change of Address Card)
Enter your personal information
Provide your full legal name, date of birth, country of birth, and A-Number (Alien Registration Number) if you have one. Include your Social Security number if applicable.
Provide your previous address
Enter your complete previous residential address including street, city, state, and ZIP code.
Enter your new address
Provide your complete new residential address. This is the address USCIS will have on file for you going forward.
Submit the form
Sign and date the form. File online at uscis.gov for fastest processing, or mail the completed form. Keep a copy of the submitted form and any confirmation for your records.
About AR-11 (Alien Change of Address Card)
Who needs this form
All non-U.S. citizens (including lawful permanent residents, visa holders, and those with pending applications) who change their residential address. U.S. citizens and certain diplomats are exempt.
Where to submit
File online at uscis.gov (preferred) or by mail to the USCIS address listed in the form instructions. If you have a pending application or petition, also notify the office handling your case separately.
Source and content freshness
- Reviewed: 2026-02-16
- Filing deadlines may shift for weekends and holidays. Verify due dates with official instructions.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not filing within the 10-day deadline after moving
- Forgetting to separately update the address on pending applications or petitions
- Entering the old address instead of the new address in the wrong field
- Not filing for each family member individually (each person must file their own AR-11)
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What happens if I do not report my address change?
Failure to report an address change within 10 days is a misdemeanor under federal law (INA Section 265). It can also cause you to miss important notices from USCIS about pending applications, which could result in denials or missed deadlines.
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