Navigating the complexities of accessing records from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can be an intricate process that requires precise documentation. The Form G-639, Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request, serves as a vital tool for individuals seeking to retrieve their immigration records or those of others, under the auspices of the Department of Homeland Security. While completing this form is optional, it streamlines the request by ensuring all necessary information is provided to comply with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act (PA). It allows requestors to specify whether they are seeking information about themselves, making amendments to records, or acting on behalf of another individual, which could encompass a range of roles including attorneys, family members, or accredited representatives of qualified organizations. The form also caters to a variety of situational nuances, such as requests made on behalf of deceased individuals or minors. Additionally, it outlines the financial responsibilities that come with such requests, including the consent to pay for document search, duplication, and review costs up to a certain amount. The detailed instructions for describing the records sought, verifying identity, and providing consent emphasize the importance of precision in these requests. This emphasizes not only the utility of Form G-639 in facilitating these requests but also underscores the layered procedural adherence required to navigate the intersection of immigration records and privacy laws effectively.
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Form Name | G 639Dom Form |
Form Length | 11 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 2 min 45 sec |
Other names | g639 form immigration, foia form, form dom act, dom of information act request form |
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NOTE: Use of this form is optional. USCIS accepts any written request, regardless of format, provided that the request complies with the applicable requirements under the FOIA and the Privacy Act. However, using this form can help ensure we have the appropriate information to handle your request.
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Requestor's Full Name
4.a. Family Name (Last Name)
4.b. Given Name
(First Name)
4.c. Middle Name
Part 1. Type of Request
Select only one box.
NOTE: If you are filing this request on behalf of another individual, respond as it would apply to that individual.
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Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act (PA) |
1.b. Amendment of Record (PA only)
Part 2. Requestor Information
1.Are you the Subject of Record for this request?
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If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 1., skip to Part 3. If you answered "No" to Item Number 1., provide the information requested in Part 2., Item Numbers 2.a. - 3.c.
Representative Role to the Subject of Record
Select your representative role to the Subject of the Record.
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An Attorney |
2.b. An Accredited Representative of a Qualified Organization
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A Family Member |
Select the appropriate box to provide further information regarding your representative role to the Subject of the Record.
3.a. I am requesting information on behalf of my child or a minor I have guardianship over.
3.b. I am requesting information on behalf of someone who is deceased.
3.c. I am requesting information on behalf of someone for whom I have power of attorney.
Requestor's Mailing Address
5.a. In Care Of Name (if any)
5.b. Street Number
and Name
5.c. Apt. Ste. Flr.
5.d. City or Town
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5.g. Province
5.h. Postal Code
5.i. Country
Requestor's Contact Information
6.Requestor's Daytime Telephone Number
7.Requestor's Mobile Telephone Number (if any)
8.Requestor's Email Address (if any)
Requestor's Certification
By my signature, I consent to pay all costs incurred for search, duplication, and review of documents up to $25. (See the What Is the Filing Fee section in the Form
9.a. Requestor's Signature
9.b. Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)
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Part 3. Description of Records Requested
While you are not required to respond to every Item Number in Part 3., failure to provide complete and specific information may delay processing of your request or prevent U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) from locating the records or information requested.
1.State the purpose of your request.
NOTE: This field is optional. However, providing this information may assist USCIS in locating the records and information needed to respond to your request.
Full Name of the Subject of Record
2.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
2.b. Given Name
(First Name)
2.c. Middle Name
Other Names Used by the Subject of Record (if any)
Provide all other names the Subject of Record has ever used, including aliases, maiden name, and nicknames. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 6. Additional Information.
3.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
3.b. Given Name
(First Name)
3.c. Middle Name
4.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
4.b. Given Name
(First Name)
4.c. Middle Name
Full Name of the Subject of Record at Time of Entry into the United States
5.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
5.b. Given Name
(First Name)
5.c. Middle Name
Other Information About the Subject of Record
6.a. Form
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6.b. Passport or Travel Document Number
7.Alien Registration Number
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8.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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9.Application or Petition Receipt Number
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Information About Family Members that May Appear on Requested Records
For example, provide the requested information about a spouse or children. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 6. Additional Information.
Family Member 1
10.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
10.b. Given Name
(First Name)
10.c. Middle Name
11.Relationship
Family Member 2
12.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
12.b. Given Name
(First Name)
12.c. Middle Name
13.Relationship
Parents' Names for the Subject of Record
Father
14.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
14.b. Given Name
(First Name)
14.c. Middle Name
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Part 3. Description of Records Requested
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Mother
15.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
15.b. Given Name
(First Name)
15.c. Middle Name
Mailing Address for the Subject of Record
4.a. In Care Of Name (if any)
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15.d. Maiden Name (if applicable)
16.Describe the records you are seeking. If you need additional space, use the space provided in Part 6. Additional Information.
4.e. State
4.g. Province
4.h. Postal Code 4.i. Country
4.f. ZIP Code
Part 4. Verification of Identity and Subject of Record Consent
Provide the information requested in Item Numbers 1.a. - 7. In addition, the Subject of Record MUST sign in Item
Numbers 8.a. - 8.c.
Full Name of the Subject of Record
1.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
1.b. Given Name
(First Name)
1.c. Middle Name
Other Information for the Subject of Record
2.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)
3.Country of Birth
Contact Information for the Subject of Record
NOTE: Providing this information is optional.
5.Daytime Telephone Number
6.Mobile Telephone Number (if any)
7.Email Address (if any)
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Part 4. Verification of Identity and Subject of Record Consent (continued)
Signature of the Subject of Record
Select only one box.
NOTE: The Subject of Record MUST provide a signature in Item Number 8.a. OR Item Number 8.b. If the Subject of Record is deceased, select Item Number 8.c. and attach an obituary, death certificate, or other proof of death.
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By my signature, I consent to USCIS releasing the |
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Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy) |
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Daytime Telephone Number
Signature of Notary
My Commission Expires on (mm/dd/yyyy)
8.b. Declaration Under Penalty of Perjury
By my signature, I consent to USCIS releasing the requested records to the requestor (if applicable) named in Part 2. If filing this request on my own behalf, I also consent to pay all costs incurred for search, duplication, and review of documents up to $25. (See the What Is the Filing Fee section in the Form
I certify, swear, or affirm, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States of America, that the information in this request is complete, true, and correct.
Signature of Subject of Record
Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)
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Deceased Subject of Record |
Part 5. Processing Information
1.Indicate if any of these circumstances apply to your request (Select all that apply).
Circumstances in which the lack of expedited treatment could reasonably be expected to pose an imminent threat to the life or physical safety of the individual.
An urgency to inform the public about an actual or alleged Federal government activity, if made by a person primarily engaged in disseminating information.
The loss of substantial due process rights.
A matter of widespread and exceptional media interest in which there exists possible questions about the government's integrity which affects public confidence.
Submit a certified, detailed statement regarding the basis for your request with your Form
2.Do you have a pending Immigration Court hearing date?
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If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 2., submit a copy of one of the following documents with your Form
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Part 6. Additional Information
If you need extra space to provide any additional information within this request, use the space below. If you need more space than what is provided, you may make copies of this page to complete and file with this request or attach a separate sheet of paper. Type or print the Subject of Record's name and his or her
1.a. Subject of Record's Family Name (Last Name)
5.a. Page Number 5.b. Part Number 5.c. Item Number
5.d.
1.b. Subject of Record's Given Name (First Name)
1.c. Subject of Record's Middle Name
2.Subject of Record's
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4.a. Page Number 4.b. Part Number 4.c. Item Number
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6.a. Page Number 6.b. Part Number 6.c. Item Number
6.d.
7.a. Page Number 7.b. Part Number 7.c. Item Number
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