Can I submit Form I-693 electronically or online?

No. Form I-693 must be submitted as a physical sealed envelope. USCIS does not accept electronic submissions of Form I-693. The original sealed envelope must be mailed or hand-delivered to USCIS.

What if I submitted my I-485 without Form I-693?

If you filed your I-485 without Form I-693, USCIS may send you an RFE requesting it. You can also proactively submit Form I-693 after filing your I-485 by mailing it to the USCIS service center processing your case, following USCIS instructions for supplemental evidence submission.

Do I need to include a cover letter with Form I-693?

It is good practice to include a cover letter identifying your name, A-Number (if assigned), and the purpose of the submission. Your immigration attorney can prepare an appropriate cover letter. The sealed Form I-693 envelope should not be opened — simply include it alongside the cover letter.

Can I hand-deliver Form I-693 to a USCIS office?

In most cases, USCIS does not accept walk-in submissions of Form I-485 packages. However, if you are directed to bring Form I-693 to a USCIS interview, you will hand it directly to the USCIS officer at the interview. Follow the specific instructions in your interview notice.

What if I sent Form I-693 to the wrong USCIS address?

If you believe you sent Form I-693 to the wrong address, contact USCIS immediately through their contact center. You may also need to consult your immigration attorney. In some cases, USCIS will forward misdirected mail internally, but this is not guaranteed and can cause delays.

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Where Do I Submit Form I-693?

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Form I-693 is submitted directly to USCIS, either with your Form I-485 application or in response to a USCIS request. The sealed envelope must be submitted unopened. Never mail Form I-693 directly to USCIS without following the specific submission instructions provided by USCIS or your immigration attorney.

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Submitting Form I-693 With Your I-485

The most common way to submit Form I-693 is together with your Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence). When filing concurrently, you include the sealed Form I-693 envelope in the same package as your I-485 and all other supporting documents. The USCIS filing address for Form I-485 depends on your state of residence and whether you are filing with a fee waiver. Always check the current USCIS website or consult your immigration attorney for the correct filing address.

Submitting Form I-693 in Response to a USCIS Request

In some cases, USCIS may request Form I-693 separately — for example, when you receive an interview notice or an RFE. In these situations, USCIS will provide specific instructions on where and how to submit the form. Follow these instructions exactly. If you are directed to bring the sealed envelope to your USCIS interview, bring it in its original sealed condition and hand it directly to the USCIS officer.

Submitting Through Your Immigration Attorney

If you are working with an immigration attorney, they will typically handle the submission of Form I-693 on your behalf. Provide the sealed envelope to your attorney promptly after your examination. Your attorney will include it with your I-485 filing or submit it in response to a USCIS request as appropriate. Never open the sealed envelope before giving it to your attorney.

What Not to Do When Submitting Form I-693

Do not mail Form I-693 directly to USCIS without following the specific submission instructions for your application type. Do not open the sealed envelope before submission. Do not submit a photocopied or scanned version of Form I-693 — USCIS requires the original sealed envelope. Do not submit Form I-693 to the wrong USCIS service center, as this can cause significant delays in processing.

Tracking Your Submission

If you mail your I-485 package (including Form I-693) to USCIS, use a trackable mailing service such as USPS Priority Mail with tracking, FedEx, or UPS. Keep the tracking number and delivery confirmation for your records. USCIS will send you a receipt notice (Form I-797) confirming they received your I-485 application. This receipt notice does not specifically confirm receipt of Form I-693, but it confirms your package was received.

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