Are "A" numbers permanently assigned to the alien?

[D and T 569]

Went through K1 Visa process a few years ago, ended up leaving the US without adjusting status. No green card, no nothing. Long story short, we stayed in contact, never divorced or even filed for a legal separation, and are now attempting to apply for a 1R1 visa. 

Alright, so the I-130 clearly asks for an A number (if any) on the form.

 

My husband says we should leave it blank. He thinks they will assign another one since this will be an entirely different case/process.  We tried researching this, but ended up more confused.

So could I ask, please: Should the alien number I already received for the old case be supplied on the new form?

Thanks very much in advance.

 

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

Sometimes A# is changed due to status change (some international students report that) I would input the old Alien Number, it helps to locate your file easier. Good luck.

[Boiler 45,525]

I have heard of people being issues two A numbers by mistake.

[D and T 569]

1 hour ago, Boiler said:

I have heard of people being issues two A numbers by mistake.

 I'll take that as a "yes we should supply the number", then. Thanks!

[pushbrk 12,894]

7 hours ago, NancyNguyen said:

Sometimes A# is changed due to status change (some international students report that) I would input the old Alien Number, it helps to locate your file easier. Good luck.

Correct, but it really is more simple than that.  The form asks for an A number.  If you have one, you provide it.  It's a "question".  Answer it.