FILE G-28 NOW. Until USCIS has your signed G-28, they will not recognize your representative or speak with them about your case.

Without a G-28: notices (RFEs/NOIDs/interview letters) may bypass your attorney; deadlines can be missed; and your representative cannot resolve issues directly with USCIS/CBP/ICE on your behalf.

Form G-28 (USCIS): Notice of Entry of Appearance

G-28 authorizes your attorney or DOJ-accredited representative to act for you with USCIS/CBP/ICE. File it immediately so your representative can receive notices, respond to deadlines, and talk to the agency regarding your case.

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Need details? See USCIS — G-28 information.

Why filing G-28 now protects your case

Communication: USCIS/DHS can legally talk to your representative and send notices to them (per your selections).
Deadlines: Your rep can respond to RFEs/NOIDs and resolve issues quickly.
Clarity: G-28 ties a representative to a specific matter (receipt # / form type) to avoid confusion.

What G-28 does not cover

EOIR is separate: Immigration Court uses EOIR-28 (and EOIR-27 for BIA). File G-28 for DHS matters (USCIS/CBP/ICE), EOIR forms for court.

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How to fill Form G-28 (step-by-step)

Part 1 — Info About Attorney/Accredited Representative Full name, firm/organization, business address, phone, email; bar number(s) and jurisdictions or DOJ accreditation details. List any supervised student/graduate.

Part 2 — Eligibility Practitioner confirms eligibility (attorney in good standing or DOJ-accredited). Include student/graduate info if supervised participation applies.

Part 3 — Notice of Appearance Select DHS component (often USCIS) and identify the specific matter (form type and/or receipt #). New/different matters typically require a new G-28.

Part 4 — Client Address & Where Notices Go Provide the client’s mailing address (safe address if needed). Choose whether certain original notices go to your attorney’s business address or to you. Secure ID/travel docs generally go to the client’s U.S. address.

Part 5 — Signatures Representative signs (and supervised student if listed). Client (or entity’s authorized signatory) signs and dates. Use an acceptable signature format per USCIS policy.

Part 6 — Additional Information Continuations for multiple bar admissions, explanations, or extra details.

When to file G-28

With new filings: Attach a signed G-28 to each USCIS application/petition.
For pending cases: If you hire counsel later, your rep can submit G-28 to the office handling the case (often via your online account if applicable).
Appeals & motions: AAO/I-290B generally require a G-28 for that proceeding.
Multiple matters: Different benefit requests typically need separate G-28s.

How to file

Paper: Attach to your package or send to the case office.
Online: Attorneys/ARs can enter appearances on eligible online cases (including many self-filed online cases).
ICE/CBP: Processes vary; your attorney will use the correct submission channel.

Common mistakes & how to avoid them

Wrong forum: Using G-28 for EOIR. Use EOIR-28/EOIR-27 there.
Missing identifiers: Not listing receipt #s or clearly describing the matter in Part 3.
Notice delivery unchecked: Forgetting to choose who gets original notices in Part 4.
Signature issues: Missing signatures/dates or unacceptable signature format.
Assuming one G-28 covers all: Most different matters require their own G-28.

FAQ

Does G-28 cover Immigration Court? No—EOIR uses EOIR-28 (and EOIR-27 for BIA). G-28 is for DHS (USCIS/CBP/ICE).

Will my lawyer get every document? You can elect for certain original notices to go to the attorney’s business address. Secure ID/travel docs generally go to the client’s U.S. address.

I filed online myself. Can my lawyer appear now? Often yes—your rep can file a G-28 for that existing online case so USCIS communicates with them.

Outside-U.S. attorney? Some matters require Form G-28I; your counsel will choose correctly.

Need help right now?

We can file your G-28 immediately and coordinate next steps.

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Official details & latest edition: USCIS G-28 page.

Final checklist before you submit

Correct forum (USCIS/CBP/ICE) and matter identified (form type and/or receipt #).
Attorney/rep bar or accreditation details complete and accurate.
Client mailing address confirmed (safe address if necessary).
Notice/document delivery selections completed in Part 4.
All required signatures and dates present (acceptable signature format).
Separate G-28 prepared for each distinct matter, if applicable.

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This page is general information, not legal advice. Representation begins only after engagement and conflicts clearance.