G-1041A template
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The G-1041A is the official USCIS Genealogy Records Request form. It lets you obtain copies of historical immigration records for yourself or a relative. Instead of printing, scanning, and mailing a static PDF, you can fill the form directly on our site using the Formize PDF Filler – a secure, browser‑based editor that saves you time and eliminates formatting errors.
G-1041A is used when you need full copies of an immigrant’s USCIS file, such as birth certificates, naturalization records, or travel documents. It is different from Form G-1041, which only requests an index search.
Follow the simple steps below to fill out the form online and download a completed PDF ready for mailing.
After you download the filled PDF, mail it with the required fee to the USCIS Chicago Lockbox:
USCIS Attn: Genealogy Program P.O. Box 805925 Chicago, IL 60680‑4188
For faster processing, you can also submit the request online through the USCIS Genealogy Program portal, but the fillable PDF remains the most reliable method for complex cases.
Need help? Review the official USCIS instructions or contact the USCIS Customer Service Center.
Form G-1041 requests an index search of USCIS records, while G-1041A requests full copies of the records once the index is located.
Yes, USCIS offers an online portal for genealogy requests, but the fillable PDF is required for many detailed or complex cases.
USCIS charges a fee for each copy of a document requested (up to $80 per document). Check the current fee schedule on the USCIS website.
If the record holder is deceased and under 100 years old, you must include a death certificate or other acceptable proof of death.
Review the notice for missing signatures, incorrect edition dates, or incomplete supporting documents. Correct the issue and resend the form.
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