Fill out G-28 (Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative) online
Form G-28 is used by attorneys and accredited representatives to notify USCIS that they are representing an applicant, petitioner, or respondent in an immigration matter. It authorizes USCIS to communicate with the representative about the case.
How to fill out G-28 (Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative)
Enter attorney or representative information
Provide the attorney or representative full legal name, firm or organization, address, phone number, fax, and email. Include state bar membership details or DOJ accreditation information.
Enter client information
Provide the client's full legal name, date of birth, A-Number (if applicable), and the form number or receipt number of the case you are entering an appearance on.
Specify the scope of representation
Indicate whether you are entering an appearance for a new filing or an existing case. Check the applicable boxes for the type of proceeding.
Obtain signatures and file
Both the attorney/representative and the client must sign the form. Submit the G-28 together with the underlying application or petition, or file it separately with the USCIS office handling the case.
About G-28 (Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative)
Who needs this form
Attorneys admitted to practice law and DOJ-accredited representatives who are representing a client before USCIS. The form must be filed with each application, petition, or request submitted to USCIS on behalf of a client.
Where to submit
Submit with the underlying application or petition being filed with USCIS. If entering an appearance on an already-pending case, file directly with the USCIS office or service center handling the case.
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 submitting a G-28 with each separate application or petition
- Failing to update the G-28 when the attorney or representative changes
- Not having both the representative and the client sign the form
- Using an expired bar license number or accreditation
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