I renewed my passport after submitting the DS-260 for EB-1. Is that a problem?

Renewing your passport after submitting the DS-260 in an EB-1 process is generally not a problem, as long as you keep your information consistent and up to date.

If the new passport was issued after the DS-260 was submitted, the recommended course of action is to notify the consulate or embassy handling your case through their official channels, so that all correspondence and records reflect your current document.

• Report the new passport through the official channel designated for your process.
• Make sure the details match what is on file in the DS-260.
• Bring both your new passport (and your old one, if you still have it) to the interview.

Since each consulate may have its own procedure, it is worth checking the official guidance and, if in doubt, consulting a specialist.

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