USCIS Launches Optional Forms Checklists for Forms I-129F and I-765‏

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On May 9, USCIS launched a pilot study that offers customers optional checklists to assist in the submission of form packages. The checklists are designed to help customers easily identify what documents they need to include when they initially file an application or petition, and to remind them of the important items needed to complete the form, such as including a signature.

This pilot includes checklists for Forms I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), and I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, specific to applicants who have filed for adjustment of status (8 CFR 274a.12 ©(9)). We will use the results of the study to determine whether we expand the availability of optional checklists for other USCIS forms where a checklist is not currently available. While the checklists are meant to assist customers, the lists do not replace or change the form instructions and statutory or regulatory requirements.

For more information please visit the Form I-129F and Form I-765 Web pages on uscis.gov.

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Ha. A form to boil down the instructions on how to submit another firm.

But in all seriousness, yes, this will be helpful. A lot of people don't read the instructions associated with the various forms and that causes needless delays for the customer and more paperwork for the government. Now, should people read the instructions? Yes. Should they be in a different file? Maybe, maybe not but that's probably why a lot of people skip them. Will people actually read this checklist? Only time will tell. But at least its a start.

Now for I-485 haha (that would be a whole flowchart/infographic not a checklist. Too many variables and different things needed in different circumstances).