Form I-566 A, G, or NATO Dependent Work Permit and Status Change Request (2025): Edit Online Free & Download PDF
A, G, or NATO Dependent Work Permit and Status Change Request: Interagency Record of Request - A, G or NATO Dependent Employment Authorization or Change/Adjustment to/from A, G or NATO Status
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Form I-566 in short
Form I-566 is an interagency record used by diplomats, international organization staff, NATO personnel, and their dependents. It goes with requests for dependent employment authorization, a change to or from A, G, or NATO status, or adjustment to permanent residence. The diplomatic mission or organization certifies it before it reaches USCIS.
| Issued by | U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) |
|---|---|
| Current version | Edition 01/20/25 (checked 2026-10-25) |
| Who fills it in | Eligible dependents of A-1, A-2, G-1, G-3, G-4, or NATO-1 to NATO-6 principals seeking work authorization, and A, G, or NATO nonimmigrants changing or adjusting status. Each person files a separate Form I-566, in two copies. |
| Who receives it | Your diplomatic mission, international organization, or NATO office first. It certifies the request and sends it on to the Department of State or USUN, which then forwards it to USCIS. |
| Where to send it | Submit it to your diplomatic mission or international organization with your request. The route depends on the type of request; see the instructions and uscis.gov/i-566. |
| Deadline | None stated on the form page. |
| Fee | $0 (Form G-1055 Fee Schedule, edition 10/16/26, checked 2026-10-25). The forms filed with it, such as I-765, I-539, or I-485, have their own fees. |
| Official links | Official page · Official PDF · Official instructions |
How to fill out Form I-566, line by line
| Part 1 | Information about you Name, U.S. mailing and physical address, birth details, citizenship, marital status, A-Number, SSN, DOS Personal Identification Number, and I-94 details. |
| Part 2 | Information about the principal The A, G, or NATO principal your status comes from: name, U.S. address, expected end of tour of duty, job title, citizenship, passport, and last arrival. A principal filing for themselves skips this part. |
| Part 3 | Type of request Employment authorization (Items 2.a to 2.d) or change or adjustment of status (Items 3.a to 3.b). |
| Part 4 | Requestor's signature Sign and date both copies. A parent or legal guardian may sign if appropriate. |
| Parts 5 and 6 | Interpreter and preparer Complete if someone interpreted or prepared the form. |
| Parts 8 to 10 | Official use only Do not fill out. The mission, Department of State, and USCIS complete these. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sending only one copy. The instructions require two signed copies.
- Putting more than one person on a form. Each person files a separate I-566.
- Filling out Parts 8, 9, or 10, which are for official use only.
- For dependent employment, leaving out Form I-765 or the employer statement on letterhead.
- For a change to A, G, or NATO status, leaving out Form I-539 or the I-94.
- Mailing it directly to a USCIS lockbox instead of through the mission or organization.
- Not signing the form, or using a typed, stamped, or pasted image signature. USCIS rejects improperly signed forms.
Questions about Form I-566
Is there a fee for Form I-566?
No. Form G-1055 lists $0. The forms filed with it may have fees.
Where do I submit Form I-566?
To your diplomatic mission or international organization, which certifies it and sends it on.
Who counts as an eligible dependent?
Generally a spouse or unmarried child under 21, certain full-time students aged 21 to 23 (or 25 under some agreements), dependents unable to care for themselves, and other dependents recognized by the Department of State.
Do I need it if I switched from A or G status to asylum?
No. The instructions say Form I-566 is not required in that case.
What forms go with it?
Form I-765 for work authorization, Form I-539 for a change of nonimmigrant status, or Form I-485 for adjustment, plus the documents listed in the instructions.
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