Fill out Form G-28 Online in 2026

Form G-28 is an official USCIS document that establishes the presence of legal representation in an immigration case. It serves as a notice of entry of appearance as an attorney or accredited representative before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

The form formally records who are recognized by USCIS as representing the applicant or petitioner in a specific manner, ensuring that the agency acknowledges that representation on the case.

Form G-28 is used to:

• Appoint an attorney or accredited representative for a specific USCIS case or filing.
• Authorize USCIS to share case information with that representative and send them official notices related to the matter.

Part 1 — Information About Attorney or Accredited Representative

• Enter the representative’s identifying details, address, and contact information.
• Indicate whether the representative is an attorney or an accredited representative and provide relevant credentials.

Part 2 — Eligibility Information

• Confirm the representative’s eligibility to practice before DHS, including bar membership, accreditation status, or supervised role if applicable.

Part 3 — Notice of Appearance

• Specify the agency involved (USCIS, ICE, or CBP), the role of the client, and the immigration matter or form(s) covered by the representation.
• Provide the client’s identifying and contact information.

Part 4 — Client’s Consent and Signature

• The client authorizes representation and consents to the release of information. The client must sign and date this section.

Part 5 — Attorney or Accredited Representative Signature

• The representative certifies the information, selects notice and document delivery preferences, and signs and dates the form.

Part 6 — Additional Information (If Needed)

• Use only if extra space is required to complete earlier sections.

Form G-28 is completed by an attorney or accredited representative when they are representing someone in an immigration matter before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Filing this form tells USCIS who is authorized to act on the client’s behalf and receive case-related information.

You do not need to file Form G-28 if you are handling your case on your own without an attorney or accredited representative.

The form is also generally not required for government officials acting in an official capacity, as long as they are not seeking immigration benefits for themselves.

You should submit Form G-28 as soon as an attorney or accredited representative starts representing you in a specific immigration case.

In most cases, this form is filed alongside the main immigration application. If a representative is hired after the case is already filed, the form can be submitted later to notify USCIS.

Form G-28 is filed together with the immigration application or petition it applies to.

If the case is filed by mail, include Form G-28 in the same package and send it to the USCIS address listed in the form instructions. If you hire a representative after filing, the G-28 can be sent separately to the office handling your case.

For online filings, Form G-28 may be submitted electronically, depending on the case type. Always check USCIS instructions to confirm the correct filing method.