USCIS to Destroy Certain Documents Returned as Undeliverable After 60 Business Days

On April 2, 2018, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) began implementing a new policy for cases wherein certain forms are returned as undeliverable by the United States Postal Service (USPS) after 60 business days [PDF version].

Under the new policy, the USCIS will destroy Permanent Resident Cards (“Green Cards”), Employment Authorization Cards, and Travel Documents that are returned as undeliverable by the USPS after 60 business days, unless the USCIS is in that time contacted by the intended recipient of the document to provide correct address information.

Most noncitizens in the United States are required to report any change of address within 10 days of moving within the United States or its territories. In addition to being required by law, USCIS must have an individual's correct address information to send him or her important forms (such as those listed above) and communications. Please see the following document for information about reporting a change of address with the USCIS: [PDF version].

An individual with case-specific questions is well advised to consult with an experienced immigration attorney.