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Interagency Record (Form I-566)

Manage diplomatic and NATO status or work requests.

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Estimated fee

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Typical timeline

2 to 8 weeks for agency endorsement

Category

Compliance

Who qualifies

Foreign government officials, international organization staff, NATO personnel, and their qualifying family members seeking employment authorization, change of status, or adjustment of status.

The step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1

    Confirm Eligibility and Protocol Route

    Identify whether your request goes through the Department of State Office of Protocol, USUN, or NATO headquarters.

    Watch out: Filing through the wrong diplomatic channel causes immediate rejection.
    Common rejection reason: Submitting directly to USCIS without required State Department or NATO sign-off.
  2. 2

    Complete Form I-566

    Provide your diplomatic identity details, principal sponsor information, and the specific relief requested.

    Watch out: Missing diplomatic PID numbers or inconsistent sponsor details.
    Common rejection reason: Incomplete personal identification numbers or missing principal officer signatures.
  3. 3

    Obtain Interagency Certification

    Submit the completed packet to your embassy, mission, or protocol office for formal certification and endorsement.

    Watch out: Do not bypass your mission's administrative officer.
    Common rejection reason: Lack of required official seals or authorized diplomatic signatures.
  4. 4

    Submit Final Packet to USCIS

    Once certified by protocol authorities, forward Form I-566 alongside companion forms like Form I-765 or Form I-485 to USCIS.

    Watch out: Separating Form I-566 from its companion petitions before USCIS intake.
    Common rejection reason: Missing companion forms or uncertified I-566 copies.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid Foreign Passport and Visa

    Copy of your passport biographical page and current A, G, or NATO visa stamp.

    Note: Passport must remain valid throughout processing.

  • Diplomatic ID or Protocol Document

    Copy of your Department of State identity document or official mission accreditation card.

    Note: Both sides of the card are required.

  • Companion Application (Form I-765 or I-485)

    The primary benefit application filed alongside Form I-566, such as employment authorization or green card adjustment.

    Note: Must meet all independent filing requirements of that specific form.

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