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Form I-797: Types and Functions
USCIS uses numerous types of Form I-797 to communicate with customers or convey an immigration benefit. Form I-797 is NOT a form you can fill out. The chart below gives a brief description of each:
Form Number |
Description |
I-797, Notice of Action |
Issued when an application or petition is approved. |
I-797A, Notice of Action |
Issued to an applicant as a replacement Form I-94. |
I-797B, Notice of Action |
Issued for approval of an alien worker petition. |
I-797C, Notice of Action |
Issued to communicate receipt of payments, rejection of applications, transfer of files, fingerprint biometric, interview and re-scheduled appointments, and re-open cases. |
I-797D |
Accompanies benefit cards. |
I-797E, Notice of Action |
Issued to request evidence. |
I-797F, Transportation Letter |
Issued overseas to allow applicants to travel. |
Last updated:11/28/2011 |