Form G-1145: Track Your USCIS Petition Status
- Form G-1145 is a free, optional form that requests an email or text notification from USCIS within 24 hours of your petition being accepted.
- The form only collects five fields—first name, middle name, last name, email address, and mobile phone number.
- G-1145 is only available for petitions mailed to a USCIS lockbox facility.
Immigration paperwork can move slowly. After you mail a petition to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it can take weeks before you know whether it arrived. Form G-1145 closes that gap. It’s a free, optional form that triggers an email or text notification within 24 hours of USCIS accepting your application.
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What is Form G-1145?
Form G-1145, also known as the E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance, is a USCIS form used to request email or text message notifications when USCIS accepts your immigration application or petition. It’s a convenient way to stay informed about your case status without having to constantly check the USCIS portal.
By submitting the G-1145 form concurrently with a case sent to a USCIS lockbox facility, you’ll receive notifications about your case, so you may not have to check the USCIS website for paper notices of your application’s receipt.
Form G-1145 is free and optional.
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Why Form G-1145 matters
Submitting Form G-1145 doesn’t change your case status or speed up your application, but knowing your package arrived and didn’t get lost in the mail is valuable.
“This is actually my favorite form,” says Manifest immigration attorney Ana Gabriela Urizar. “It sends notifications on receipt numbers weeks before the receipt notices arrive. Currently, it’s taking USCIS between four to five weeks to mail out the receipt notices.”
For applicants abroad or those juggling multiple immigration forms, these updates can prevent confusion or delays if a notice is lost in the mail.
Who can file G-1145
There’s no special eligibility requirement to file Form G-1145, except that not all USCIS forms are eligible for email or text message notifications. Most people who are mailing a petition to a USCIS lockbox facility as part of the USCIS application process can file G-1145 concurrently with their case.
Below are some common applications that can use Form G-1145:
- Family-based Green Card petitions using Form I-130
- Employment-based Green Card petitions using Form I-140
- Work permit requests using Form I-765
- Adjustment of status applications using Form I-485
Petitions for nonimmigrant work visas (Form I-129) typically aren’t eligible for G-1145 notifications, but USCIS maintains a full list of eligible forms on its G-1145 page under “Where to File.” Make sure to confirm whether your petition qualifies before submitting.
How to complete Form G-1145
Completing Form G-1145 is a simple and quick process that helps you stay informed about the status of your immigration application. Here are the steps:
- Download the G-1145 form. Start by downloading Form G-1145 from the USCIS website. We recommend checking the edition date of the form to ensure that it is the most up-to-date version.
- Complete the G-1145 form. It’s just five fields. You’ll need to enter your first name, middle name, last name, email address, and mobile phone number. That’s it. If your email address or phone number changes after you mail your package, contact USCIS directly to update your information.
- Submit the form with your application. Once completed, submit Form G-1145 along with your immigration petition to USCIS. It’s typically filed as the first page of your application package.
| 💡Manifest Tip: Clip one Form G-1145 to the front of each petition in your package. USCIS will send a separate notification for each form accepted. |
What happens after you file
Once your package arrives at the USCIS lockbox, your Form G-1145 is scanned first. Within 24 hours after USCIS accepts your application, you should receive an email or text confirming receipt. This notification means your case has been entered into the USCIS system—but it’s not the same as an approval.
To continue tracking your case status, visit the USCIS Case Status Online page and enter your receipt number once you receive it by mail.
What to know before you mail your application
Form G-1145 takes minutes to complete and costs nothing. It tells you quickly that your petition arrived safely, which matters when you’re waiting on a Green Card, work permit, or adjustment of status.
If you’re preparing an application package and want guidance on what to include, the immigration attorneys at Manifest Law are experienced at helping clients navigate the filing process. Request a consultation today.
FAQs on USCIS Form G-1145
How long does it take to get G-1145?
Form G-1145 itself doesn’t take time to process—it’s simply a form you submit with your petition. Once you submit it with your application to USCIS, you should receive notifications (email or text) as soon as your petition is accepted. This usually happens within 24 hours of USCIS receiving your application.
How much is the fee for G-1145?
There is no fee to file Form G-1145.
Can I file Form G-1145 for multiple petitions?
Yes. Attach a separate G-1145 to the front of each petition you’re filing. You’ll receive one notification per accepted form.
How long does a receipt notice take at USCIS?
After USCIS accepts your application, you’ll receive a receipt notice (Form I-797C) in the mail within 10 days. If you’ve filed Form G-1145, you should get an email or text within 24 hours after your petition is accepted.
Can I request electronic notifications for any immigration petition?
Many USCIS filings mailed to USCIS lockbox facilities support electronic notifications, which you can request using Form G-1145. Common filings for Green Card applications, work permits, and Advance Parole are typically eligible. Petitions for nonimmigrant work visas typically aren’t eligible. Always review the form instructions for your specific filing to confirm eligibility.
Is the electronic notification the same as an acceptance notice?
No. The electronic alert you receive through Form G-1145 is not the official acceptance notice. It simply confirms that USCIS has received and accepted your filing into their system. The formal receipt notice, known as Form I-797, will still be sent to you by mail and serves as your official proof of filing.
Does Form G-1145 affect employment authorization processing?
Form G-1145 does not impact how quickly USCIS processes employment authorization requests, such as Form I-765. Its only purpose is to notify you when USCIS accepts your filing. Once accepted, your employment authorization application will move forward under standard processing timelines.
Can I use Form G-1145 when applying for permanent residence?
Yes. Many applicants include Form G-1145 when filing applications related to permanent residence, such as Form I-485. While it won’t speed up your Green Card process, it helps confirm that USCIS has received your packet and logged it into their system.
Do I need to submit Form G-1145 with all supporting documents?
Form G-1145 should be placed on top of your application package, above your primary form and supporting documents. It does not replace any required evidence. You must still include all supporting documents required for your immigration petition to avoid delays or rejections.
What happens if I forget to include Form G-1145 with my petition?
If you forget to include Form G-1145, your immigration petition will still be processed normally. You just won’t receive electronic notifications. In that case, your only confirmation will be the paper acceptance notice sent by mail, which may take a few weeks to arrive.
