Form G-28: Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative
Form G-28 tells USCIS that an attorney or accredited representative is authorized to act for an applicant or petitioner and should receive case correspondence.
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What is G-28?
Form G-28 establishes the attorney-client or representative-client relationship for a specific immigration matter before USCIS (and, in some situations, CBP or ICE). Once a valid G-28 is on file, the agency recognizes the representative, accepts filings and inquiries from them, and sends copies of notices about the case.
The form identifies the representative, their eligibility (licensed attorney or DOJ-accredited representative of a recognized organization), and the client, and both sign it. There is no filing fee. A new G-28 is generally needed for each form filed and whenever representation changes.
Who files G-28?
- Licensed attorneys representing applicants or petitioners before USCIS
- DOJ-accredited representatives of recognized nonprofit organizations
- Applicants and petitioners who want their representative to receive notices about the case
- Law firms substituting in as new counsel on a pending matter
How to fill out G-28
- The representative completes their information, bar or accreditation details, and the client's information.
- Mark whose behalf the appearance is entered (applicant, petitioner, requestor, or respondent) and the specific matter.
- Both the representative and the client sign the form.
- File the G-28 with the underlying application or petition, or submit it to the office handling an already pending case.
- Keep a copy; USCIS will send the representative courtesy copies of notices once the appearance is accepted.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a fee to file Form G-28?
No. There is no filing fee for Form G-28 itself. It simply accompanies the application, petition, or pending case it relates to.
Does one G-28 cover all of my immigration cases?
No. A G-28 covers the specific matter identified on the form. If your representative handles multiple filings for you, each filing generally includes its own G-28.
Can a notario or immigration consultant file a G-28?
No. Only licensed attorneys in good standing and DOJ-accredited representatives of recognized organizations may enter an appearance with Form G-28. Be cautious of anyone else offering legal representation.