Extension of Information Collection for Certificate of Non-Existence
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This notice extends the current practice of collecting information through the Request for a Certificate of Non-Existence. It affects individuals or households seeking confirmation from USCIS that no immigration records exist for a specific person. The primary change is that the information collection process remains the same, requiring individuals to submit Form G-1566 either on paper or online. The notice seeks public comments on the process, inviting opinions on its necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce response burden.
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Key Changes
- Continuation of information collection using Form G-1566.
- Public comment period open for process feedback.
- No changes in the collection method itself.
Obligations
What this law requires
Individuals or households must submit Form G-1566 to request a Certificate of Non-Existence from USCIS.
Once submitted, USCIS must process Form G-1566 and determine whether any immigration records exist for the subject of the request.
USCIS must issue a Certificate of Non-Existence if no immigration records are found after processing Form G-1566.
USCIS must notify the requestor if any immigration records related to the subject are found and therefore a Certificate of Non-Existence cannot be issued.
Public comments regarding the information collection process must be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation.