What is Form AR-11?

Form AR-11 is the change-of-address notification that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires from non-citizens living in the country. If you are in the United States on an H-1B visa, submitting it is part of your obligations every time you move.

The purpose of the form is to keep the USCIS updated with your contact information. This ensures that notices and letters about your immigration cases reach the right address, with no risk of missing something important due to a lapse in communication.

The notification must be submitted within the deadline set by the authorities after the move. Failing to report a change can create difficulties in your contact with the government and complicate future applications, so it is worth treating this as a routine step for anyone maintaining valid status.

• Applies to non-citizens residing in the U.S., including H-1B holders.
• Used to update your address on file with USCIS.
• Must be submitted within the official deadline after moving.

Because rules and submission methods may change, confirm the current procedure directly with the official source (USCIS) and, if in doubt, seek guidance from a qualified specialist.

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