Form N-470, Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes

Where should Form N-470 be filed?

Form N-470 can be filed at any USCIS office or asylum office. It cannot be filed online.

What information is required in Form N-470?

Form N-470 requires the following information:

1. Filer's personal information (name, address, date and place of birth, gender, and USCIS number if applicable)

2. Noncitizen filer's proof of lawful admission or parole, asylee or refugee status

3. Spouse's personal information (full name, gender, and A-number or I-94 number if applicable)

4. Marriage details (date of marriage, place of marriage, and number of previous marriages for each spouse)

What are the penalties for falsifying information on Form N-470?

Penalties for falsifying or concealing material facts, or submitting false documents with Form N-470, include denial of the form and potential criminal prosecution.

Who can file Form N-470?

Form N-470 can be filed by U.S. citizens and certain noncitizens who wish to register their marriage with USCIS. Noncitizen filers must provide proof of lawful admission into the United States or of parole, asylee or refugee status.

What is Form N-470 used for?

Form N-470, Application to Register a Notice of Marriage, is used by U.S. citizens and certain noncitizens to register their marriage with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This form does not grant any immigration benefits but allows USCIS to create or update the Systematic Alien Registration File (SARF) to reflect the marriage.