Is there any impact if I use a friend’s mailing address in the US?

Using a friend’s mailing address in the United States is generally possible for the EB-2 NIW, as long as you have quick and reliable access to everything sent there. The sensitive point is not whose address it is, but rather ensuring that no notification gets lost.

The USCIS communicates by mail at critical moments in the process. If an important letter arrives at an address that is hard to access and you are slow to see it, your case’s progress can be affected.

• Choose someone you fully trust, who will forward correspondence without delay.
• Keep the address always up to date with USCIS and report any change promptly.
• Set up a clear channel to receive and digitize the documents that arrive.

Treat this arrangement as something that requires responsibility on both sides. If in doubt about how to register or update your address, consult USCIS guidance or a specialist before proceeding.

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