Can I use an older Form I-918 filing address?

It may be outdated. USCIS announced a filing-location change effective October 7, 2026, so applicants should check the current Where to File instructions.

Does Supplement B guarantee U visa approval?

No. Supplement B supports a required element, but USCIS decides whether the petition satisfies all eligibility requirements.

Is a criminal conviction always required for U nonimmigrant status?

Eligibility does not turn only on a conviction. The qualifying criminal activity, harm, helpfulness and other requirements must be evaluated.

Should I keep a full copy of the petition?

Yes. Keep the forms, evidence, delivery tracking and USCIS receipt notice.

Can a filing mistake be corrected after mailing?

It depends on the mistake and the procedural stage. The receipt and any USCIS notice should be reviewed before deciding how to proceed.

Mailing Form I-918? USCIS Changed the Filing Location

By Baldemar Lopez

USCIS posted an alert stating that the filing location for Form I-918, Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status, changed on October 7, 2026. A package prepared from an old checklist may therefore be addressed incorrectly even if the substantive documents are otherwise complete.

CTA: Before mailing a petition, request an immigration review to check the current address, form edition, signatures and initial evidence.

Key takeaways

Check USCIS “Where to File” instructions on the mailing date.
Download forms directly from USCIS.
A law-enforcement certification does not guarantee approval.
Keep a complete copy and delivery record.
U status requires an individual eligibility analysis.

What the USCIS alert means

The agency’s Form I-918 page reports a filing-location change effective October 7. Applicants should not rely on saved instructions or a previously used mailing label. The correct destination can also depend on the delivery method stated in current instructions.

Final package check

Item	Practical check
Form edition	Confirm USCIS accepts the printed edition
Filing address	Use current “Where to File” information
Signatures	Confirm every required signature and date
Supplement B	Confirm completion by an authorized certifying official
Personal statement	Describe events accurately and consistently
Supporting records	Organize evidence around each requirement
Delivery	Use tracking and retain proof

Certification and eligibility are different

Supplement B helps document helpfulness to a certifying agency concerning qualifying criminal activity. The certifying agency does not award immigration status; USCIS reviews the entire petition and makes the eligibility decision.

After mailing

Retain the exact package, carrier receipt and USCIS receipt notice. Keep the agency informed of an address change through the correct procedure. Postal forwarding alone may not protect a case from missed notices.

FAQs

Can I use the address in an older instruction packet?

It may be outdated. Check the current USCIS page immediately before mailing.

Does Supplement B guarantee approval?

No. It supports a required element, but USCIS decides the petition.

Is a criminal conviction always required?

Eligibility does not turn only on a conviction. The qualifying activity, harm, helpfulness and other requirements must be evaluated.

Should I keep the mailing records?

Yes. Keep a complete copy and tracking confirmation.

Can a filing mistake be corrected later?

That depends on the mistake and procedural stage. Review the receipt and any agency notice before acting.

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