I-817 Summary

Form:

I-817, Application for Family Unity Benefits

Purpose of Form:

For requesting initial benefits under the Family Unity Program, or to request an extension of such benefits.

Edition Date:

10/26/05

Where to File:

Submit this application to the Service Center with jurisdiction over the place where you live, unless you are filing based on LIFE Act Legalization. If you are filing under LIFE, mail to:

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
P.O. Box 7219
Chicago, IL 60680-7219

Filing Fee:

$200

A $70 per person fee for biometrics may be required.

Please consult the "Paying Fees" section of your Service Center page to learn which forms of payment are accepted. Acceptable forms of payment may vary by office. Checks should be made payable to Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Special Instructions:

Effective August 2, 2004, USCIS has changed its requirements for photographs to a standard passport-style photograph. Please see this informational flyer for more details.