Quite informative because I have a situation where the agent made a mistake with my date of birth so I will be going back to them today to get it rectify. Thanks again because I was worried but you've calmed my nerves.
Hi! I submitted I130 few months ago and I mistakenly answered #61. I should’ve left it blank since it’s not applicable. I haven’t received an approval yet and case is still being reviewed. To avoid filing I-824 when the case gets approved, can I file typographic error on this case? Thank you!
Hello I want to ask am US citizen born here and when I was filling the I-130 form I put my passport number on the A-number which I didn’t have to put so I want to ask how can I correct it is it a vey serious matter? I filled online
hi,please give me answer my question. My wife apply i-130 for me but she made a mistake. she didn't fill up questions number 62 , didn't my country Embassy name . So what should we do, call uscis or, we wait for approvel?
Hello my preparer checked NO by mistake for 1. have you ever been denied a visa to the US 2. have you ever worked in the uUS without authorization 3. have you ever violate the terms and conditions of your non immigrant status? Is that detrimental to my case? on form 1485 they were supposed to be YES
Hello, In a situation like this, we would recommend submitting notification to USCIS that those answers need to be corrected. If you have an online USCIS account, we would recommend submitting the corrections there.
Hi, please My wife filled the I 130 almost one year ago and I did upload it from the uscis to chek the info and I noticed that she made a mistake by putting the end date of her first marriage in our current marriage info, will this cause us any troubles please!
Hello, In our experience, this kind of error is likely to prompt a Request for Evidence from USCIS. When that is issued to you, you may submit a response that explains the error and what the correct dates are. We would not expect this kind of issue to cause a serious problem for the case. Hopefully the resolution will be smooth and simple for you!
Thank you for such a helpful video! I made a mistake not including my mother’s name and address in native language on our paper I-130. What should I do? Should I call them or this is not a crucial mistake and it might get accepted? Second mistake - I don’t answer question 61 (or 62) - where we will apply for adjustment of status. I filed I-485 with I-130. Do you think it will this be rejected? And - in that case - can I resubmit without paying twice? Thank you!
Hello! In the case you are describing, I believe it would be worthwhile to resubmit the corrected I-130 if USCIS has already issued receipt notices. It would not be necessary to pay again, but re-submitting the form with the receipt notice should enable USCIS to amend the filing. If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I recently file I-824 for the approved I-130, but I found out I enter the date of birth 15 instead of 25. What should I do? Please give me your advice!! 🙏🏼
Hello, Khup, If you have an online USCIS account, we would recommend submitting a note through that portal to inform them that the date of birth has a typographical error. Otherwise, you may do so through this link: egov.uscis.gov/e-request/displayTypoForm.do?entryPoint=init&sroPageType=typoError. If you submit the notification of error outside your own online account, it will be a good idea to capture a screenshot of the submission and save it. USCIS may later send you a Request for Evidence requesting evidence of the correct date of birth. If we may be of additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Hi! Please help me. My aunt sponsored my family as F4 visa but at that time she sticked to the “parents” section. She didn’t notice much until now since the processing time is so long. My family is so sad and confused about what to do.
I sent out the I-129F packet last Wed, but I'm worried that I forgot to include the date on the form. I recall signing it but may have forgotten to include the date. I'm expecting a request for evidence (RFE) due to this error. Is there anything I can do since they haven't received it yet?
Hello, In our experience, failure to include a date with a signature does not necessarily result in rejection or denial of the form, though the mail-room contractor may return your packet to you if they deem the signature insufficient because of the missing date. If the packet is rejected, it will be returned to you without being processed. You can then enter the missing information and re-submit the packet. If the case is accepted and you are sent a receipt notice, you can then create an online account for the case and through that portal submit an “e-inquiry” notifying adjudicators that you would like to enter a certain date next to your signature on the form. Hopefully this will not be a fatal oversight - we have seen many applications adjudicated even when an applicant did not include a date with their signature.
Hello, i just filed my i130 for my wife to come to the USA. We accidently put the date of my previous end of marriage under the section where it asks about current spouse(end of marriage). Also the date of my current residency was never put in. Should we fe a typographical error form??
Hello, For a situation like this, we would likely start by filing an online service request to correct the information. If the response from USCIS is not clear, showing that they have updated the information within 30 days of our request, we would then call the National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 and report the issue. If we can be of further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out.
On the I-130, the petitioner wrote the name of the beneficiary in the column she was supposed to sign for I-130 , how can it be corrected and does it mean the petition will be rejected ?
Hello, Noemi Galindo-Hernandez, In our experience, it is possible to correct this information at the interview before USCIS or the consular officer, depending on where the final processing of the application will take place.
Hi Question i did the i-130 and i skip the part where you put the foreign address for both of my parents forms online, i was thinking that i only need the address here in the US since they live with me right now. Do i need to correct that?
Hello, In our experience, this is a common approach because many beneficiaries of I-130 petitions have lived in the USA for a long time and no longer have any foreign address. We have not seen problems with this; however, if USCIS needs clarification about their addresses, they may send you a Request for Evidence. Hope that helps - if you need any additional assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Hello! I submitted the I-765 form on Jan 27, and I just realized I made a spelling mistake on my address ("Fontelle" instead of "Fontenelle"). Would that be a big issue and how can I correct it? Thanks you
Hello, In our experience, the main concern with address-related errors is making sure that the card is properly delivered. If you have an attorney and indicated that you want the card delivered to them, then it should not be an issue. Otherwise, we would recommend going through your online USCIS account to submit a correction, if you have one, and if you do not, making a call to the USCIS contact center and also sending a letter to the service center where your card is being processed.
Hello! I accidentally type and submitted my current address (Zipcode) on employer Zipcode. For instance, 12345 is my physical address zipcode. i put 12345 zipcode in employer history zipcode. I was suppose to put different zipcode in employer but it's a typo-error. is that going to cause/ delay the case? It's been only a week that i summit the form. Thank you for taking your time to review and read the comments.
Hello, Surya, In our experience, a mistake on a zip code for a past address or employer address is unlikely to cause a problem. For the current address information, it is important to ensure it is correct so that mailings arrive safely.
What is considered serious errors or mistake in filling out forms? I made a huge mistake for not putting my maiden name in other names used section both in i751 and N400 also under N400 form i did not put my stepchildren which my husband's adults daughters, and I entered a wrong ended marriage of my husband would these amount of mistake put me on trouble? I have citizenship interview this month
Hi, Doremi Fasola Tido, In our experience, the best approach is to tell the officer in your N-400 interview right away that you need to make corrections to your application. The interview is a chance to ensure that the form information is correct. If you are able to hire an attorney to accompany you to your interview, we would recommend doing that to ensure that the officer is respectful and follows the law with respect to making those corrections. Best of luck to you!
I accidentally had my husband(beneficiary) sign the I824 form instead of me, so it was denied, can i just submit it again? or what do I do? the case is approved , just needs to go to NVC
Hi, Susan, If your husband’s case is at the NVC, they should have provided instructions to you about how to proceed. In our experience, if an I-864 is rejected by the NVC, they request correction and resubmission. However, it is important to clearly understand the information and instructions they have provided via email. If we can be of assistance with this, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I filed my I-130 form last year July . I saw that there was a small error on my ss number . I have already submitted the typographical error request . Will it cause a major delay in my petition to be approved?
Hello, Adaeze, In our experience, if you’ve already submitted the correction, it is unlikely that a social security number error will cause a major delay. It might be good, if you filed online, to upload a copy of the social security card as evidence, if you haven’t already done that.
Buenas desde República Dominicana tengo una pregunta estoy pedido por mi hermana con mis hijos u otros hermanos más e sus hijos desde el 2013 mi hermana es ciudadana hace 15 años el 8 de julio del año 2021 nos enviaron una Solicitud de evidencia adicional nos dieron hasta septiembre del año 2021 para enviar lo que solicitaron hicimos lo que dijeron ahora en la página de USCIS dice que se recibió la respuesta de evidencia adicional el 30 de noviembre del 2021 La pregunta es ¿Que tiempo dura para Uscis aprobar el caso? Ya mis Hijos tienes 21 y 22 años ellos se irán con migo? Que tiempo aprox Para que me llegue Cita?
Hello, I just filed my i130, but when they sent a notice that they received my application, it went to my neighbor because I put the wrong apartment number. It got to the right, building but not apartment. I have tried to change my address online, but it days I can not change at this part of the process. How can I fix this problem? Is it considered a typographical error?
Hello, How frustrating that the system is not allowing you to update your address! Submitting a “typographical error” message is probably the next best option to the change of address for the moment. On the other hand, since you already have the receipt notice, it is likely that you won’t receive another notice for a few months at least - perhaps waiting a week or two to see if you can then update the address is the best approach. Best of luck!
Hi I recently filed an i90 and I made a wrong selection for reason on replacement. Instead of selecting 2a my previous card has been lost, stolen, I selected 2b my previous card was issued but never received. Usps lost in mail and I never gotten it, but the instructions form says it needs to be undelivered and I need to choose pick 2a instead of 2b. Do you have any suggestions on how to proceed? Appreciate the help
Hello, Dhanna, We recommend using an online USCIS account to submit information to USCIS regarding these issues. Hopefully, you can correct the problem that way
Hello I have a mistake I did not list my son on my i-130 form application he doesn't want to come in US should I still to inform the USCIS to correct my form? The reason I did not put his name on my form is his not with me when he was a baby and I don't where he is his grandma stole him and his dad hide him and i just found him last month. What should I do? Thank you!
Hello, Luzel, In our experience, it is a good idea to update and correct the information on forms and applications whenever an error or omission is discovered. If you have an online account, you can upload birth certificates there and request that USCIS update the information you have submitted.
Hi, when going through my USCIS account. I noticed that I missed to enter my middle name on my biographic information. Is that something that can be corrected?
Hello! That can typically be corrected either by submitting an electronic inquiry via your online account, or if your case involves an interview at a USCIS office, you may be able to update the information at that time.
Hi! I'd just like to ask something. I've just noticed that there's an error in our I-130 form page 3 (Information of all Spouses). And this error is massive! 🤢 From what we understood, spouse 1 is for the current wife. I have no idea how section 21 in I-130 (date of marriage ended) is populated. I guess when my husband was putting the information, he put his ex wife's detail in Spouse 1, but later moved it to Spouse 2 which is correct, but he forgot to remove the date on which his current marriage is stated. Basically, it should be left blank. PLEASE let me know what we should do to correct this. Thank you so much!
Hi we made a mistake by fiiling up my work history on the first section instead of putting UNEMPLOYED.is it a big deal to USCIS and affect our application?
Hi, Maricel Ico, In our experience, it is always possible to correct information if needed - USCIS may send you a request for information/evidence about this, or they may not. If you have the opportunity to attend an interview on your case, you may correct the information with the officer at that time.
Hello, I (a Us citizen) filed Today I130 for both my parents. I just realized that when I was listing my parents children i put the wrong year for my brothers birthdate. Should I wait for the agency notice and then call USCIS Contact Center? Is this a big mistake?
Hello, This is a common mistake and should not be a big problem. Agree that contacting USCIS after receipt notice arrives is a good approach to making the correction.
Hi! I file my i751 form but I sent it to the wrong USCIS lockeroom. The uscis have 2 different locations depends what state you live at. I should' ve sent it to IL, but I got confused and I sent it to AZ. my package was delivered and it showed that was signed and received. is this a big mistake ? what is going to happen?
I made a mistake and didn’t mention that my sister which is 17 yrs old is accompanying my mom to US and now my mom alone is approved and waiting for Visa interview. What should I do now? Should I fill I824? Or resubmit I130 or request to correct the form and put my sister in the consular processing?
Hello, If your mom is applying as the parent of a U.S. citizen, then unfortunately, she is not able to include children as derivatives, so listing the 17 year old child would not enable that child to also immigrate at the same time through your petition. Once the mother has completed the immigrant visa process, then she may petition for her minor child (so long as the child is unmarried) and allow the child to complete immigrant visa process relatively quickly. U.S. citizens can also file petitions for their siblings, but the wait times in that category are quite long. If we can assist with understanding how the process works for parents and siblings of U.S. citizens, and the best strategy for your particular case, please do not hesitate to reach out for a consultation.
I have not had approval but I have mistake that I know will lead ro denial.SHould I withdraw my petition and have lawyer apply on my behalf?I seriously need help need consultation on what to do. MY husband hired an attorney but attorney hasn't replied ro me .
Hello, We, while filling Form I-130A, made a huge mistake.. need ur help..My wife is from USA and she applied for me online.. So, this form of I-130A was supposed to be filled by me, being the benificiary cuz it required all of my information. But on the first page of the form, I mistakenly filled all the informations of my wife who applied for me.. and in the next all pages of I-130-A, I rightly put my own information... So, i want to let them know and correct it only to the extent of the first page of I-130A.. my case is approved and at the first stage of submission of the required fee with NVC...
Hello, Congratulations on having your case approved - even in spite of the mistake. In our experience, it is easy for petitioners and beneficiaries to mix up information on Forms I-130 and I-130A because the format of the forms can be confusing. If a client of ours had this same situation, we would recommend simply proceeding with the next step of the NVC process, and include a notation in the case that indicates any errors that were made on forms previously filed, if possible - the DS-260 may not allow for inclusion of a notation like this, but we may try to upload a signed statement identifying the errors along with the other civil/supporting documents. If nothing else, the interview at the consulate gives applicants the opportunity to bring up and identify any errors that may have been made and request corrections. If you would like assistance reviewing the case and information submitted, and what kind of remedy we would recommend, we would be happy to help. Please reach out to us at walkergatesvela.as.me/WGV.
Hi! An incorrect date of birth, if left uncorrected, can cause problems after the card is issued. It will be important to submit ID documents such as passport and/or birth certificate to demonstrate the correct date of birth and contact USCIS to let them know about the needed correction. If the application was filed online, you should be able to submit an e-inquiry there; if not, we would recommend calling the USCIS Contact Center and request an “Infopass” appointment so that you can be certain that the error is fixed.
Hello! If the I-130 was filed online, you should be able to submit a notification through the online portal that there is a spelling error. If you filed through the US mail, then you may still create an online account for the case using the number assigned on the receipt notices. Finally, electronic notifications about issues like this may be filed through the uscis.gov website at egov.uscis.gov/e-Request/Intro.do. Best of luck!
Hi, Peak, This is a common mistake and easy to do because the form is not necessarily well-structured or easy to follow. In this case, it seems likely that the I-130 may need to be re-filed. In addition, it might be a good idea to contact USCIS via the petitioner’s online account and attempt to withdraw the I-130 that was filed incorrectly. If we can assist with your process, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Hi, I filled an I-131 for my brother a couple years ago and I forgot to add a last name and mistakenly put his year of birth with a year difference.the beneficiary was scheduled for interview overseas on the 29th of the current month and the officer noticed the errors at the time of interview, canceled his interview and told him to reach out to your petitioner to get it fixed with uscis. When I called uscis for instructions they told me to refile I-131. I don’t think I have to redo one again. What’s your recommendations? Thanks.
Hi! Please answer me 🥲 I’m beneficiary and my dad is petitioner When we were filling I-130 we wrote beneficiary surname wrong Instead of Tojiboeva we wrote Tojibaeva And the translation of birth certificate which we submit was also like that incorrect But I-130 approved Will incorrect surname will be affect on interview ? Will visa might be rejected ?
Hello, In our experience, a minor misspelling of a name should not affect the ultimate outcome of a case. It will be important to make very clear to USCIS or the National Visa Center or Consular Officer handling your case what the correct spelling actually is so that your final resident card is issued with a name that matches your original documents. Otherwise, getting the misspelling corrected can be a hassle and take a long time.
I filled 1-130 for my mom. I mistakely, I'm single but put married. Now Its in NVC. When I filled Ds260 it asking me my spouse info what should u do? Thanks
Hello, In a situation like this, we would recommend simply putting “N/A” in the field where the spouse info is requested. If NVC wants more info, they will follow up with a “Checklist.” Then, we would recommend responding with a sworn statement explaining that the information on the I-130 was an error.
My husband filed for my immigration and he mistakenly wrote “single” marital status for both of us. Plus he wrote wrong city of birth for me😢 We filed online just received out receipt notice yesterday What to do?
Hi i applied for fiance visa but in the application i didnt mention another work i have done before in the employment history section. Is there any problem here ? because i fforget about that. Thnaks
Hi mam i just have a question my husband started applying for I-130a for spouse online and we just realise that there’s an error on our marriage certificate spouse mother’s middle name is diff from spouse birth certificate is that going to be a problem? By the way spouse parents both decease
Hi, Amy, It doesn’t seem likely that this will cause a problem, but if USCIS requests additional information, you may need to provide an explanation to confirm the correct name.
Please I need help I requested for my child and 2 grandchildren in 3 different forms (Humanitarian parole) they got approved but we never have received my approval and I am pretty sure it's because I link all the cases to my son email address. What can I do?
Hello, We recommend that your son check all of his spam folders and other filters to see if there are any emails there from USCIS. Hopefully you will find the missing communications.
Hello, Yes, sometimes errors on forms can cause delays in the case. Sometimes USCIS will also reject a form if specific mistakes are present. If they reject the case, the form, packet, and payment are all returned to the return address of the filer or to their attorney if they have one. The rejection process usually takes several weeks. We recommend that you verify whether the payment for the case has been cashed by the bank. If not, it may be advisable to stop paying the filing fee and re-submit the packet with corrections. These are steps we have taken for clients with similar situations.
Hello, Stephen, In our experience, a minor error on a medical form does not typically cause a problem. If USCIS has questions about the discrepancy, they should notify you via Request for Evidence.
