For a permanent resident alien who must leave the United States for certain employment purposes and wishes to preserve his or her status as an immigrant in order to pursue naturalization.
Number of Pages :
Form 2; Instructions 5.
Edition Date :
01/31/11. (11/23/10 and 01/06/10 editions also accepted.)
Note on Expiration: USCIS continues to accept the 01/31/11 edition of Form N-470 available here despite the passing of the form's expiration date. An updated form will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Where to File :
File this application with the USCIS Local Office with jurisdiction over your place of residence in the United States.
Filing Fee :
$330
Special Instructions :
Note on Filing Fee: Checks should be made payable to the U.S.Department of Homeland Security.
Attorney or representative: You may be represented, at no expense to the U.S. Government, by an attorney or other duly authorized representative. Your representative must submit Form G-28, Notice of Entry or Appearance as Attorney or Representative, with your Form N-470. Your representative may also submit Form G-28 at the time of your interview.
