USCIS Form I-407
Record the voluntary abandonment of lawful permanent resident status.
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About USCIS Form I-407
Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status, is used by a lawful permanent resident who chooses to voluntarily give up that status. You use it to record your decision, confirm that it is voluntary, and return your Permanent Resident Card. Abandoning status is a serious decision that can affect your ability to live and work in the United States.
This page is a general guide and a fillable helper, not legal or immigration advice. Always download and file the current official form from USCIS at https://www.uscis.gov/i-407 and confirm the fields, filing location, and instructions match before you sign.
Who needs to complete it
- Lawful permanent residents who have decided to voluntarily abandon that status.
- People who no longer wish to keep their Permanent Resident Card and green card status.
- Applicants who want to create an official record of their decision.
- Individuals returning their Permanent Resident Card as part of the process.
How to fill out USCIS Form I-407
- 1Enter your full name and any other names you have used.
- 2Provide your Alien Registration Number and date of birth.
- 3Enter your current mailing address and country of residence.
- 4Confirm that your decision to abandon lawful permanent resident status is voluntary.
- 5Include your Permanent Resident Card as instructed.
- 6Review the statement, then sign and date the form.
- 7Submit the form and card to the office listed in the current instructions.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Form I-407 do?
It records that a lawful permanent resident is voluntarily giving up that status and returning the green card. This is a serious step. Review the current USCIS instructions and consider your situation carefully. This is a general guide, not immigration advice.
Is abandoning status reversible?
Giving up lawful permanent resident status has lasting effects on your ability to live and work in the United States. Understand the consequences before you file, and read the current instructions.
Do I have to return my green card?
The process involves returning your Permanent Resident Card as described in the instructions. Confirm the current requirements before you submit anything.
Is this the official USCIS form?
This is a fillable helper to make completion easier. Always download and file the current official form from USCIS at https://www.uscis.gov/i-407 and confirm the fields match.