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Since 1985,Stern Elkind Curray & Alterman has limited its practice to immigration law, with a special emphasis on matters relating to the employment of foreign professionals. Mr. Stern and Ms. Elkind founded the firm with the goal of providing the very best immigration advice and representation to our clients. As the firm has grown, we have continued our commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise combined with an understanding that our clients are individuals whose lives are deeply affected by the work we do. Over the years, we have developed expertise and wide-ranging experience in all facets of immigration law.

We continue to be deeply affected by our clients, some of whom are introduced within this web site.

FAQs regarding Form AR-11

October 02, 2002

Q. Who needs to file a Form AR-11?
A. Any non-U.S. citizen who has changed their residential address.

Q. When it is required for me to file a Form AR-11?
A. You should file an AR-11 if:
a. You have not filed an AR-11 previously
b. You have recently changed your residential address
(*When in doubt file)

Q. How long do I have to file a Form AR-11?
A. Within ten days of changing your residential address; if 10 days have already elapsed, you should submit an AR-11 immediately.

Q. Where can I find Form AR-11?
A. On the INS web site at www.ins.usdoj.gov or from a local INS office.

Q. Where do I file Form AR-11?
A. To the address in Washington, D.C. listed on the form.

Q. How should I send my Form AR-11?
A. You may want to use a mailing method that confirm delivery. You should also be sure to keep a copy of the completed form for your records. If you do not receive confirmation of receipt within two weeks of mailing, you should be sure to follow up or resend.

Q. Do I have an A number?
A. The INS assigns A numbers to aliens who:
a. Have been granted employment authorization and issued an EAD card
b. Have filed an I-485, adjustment of status application
c. Are in removal proceedings
d. Have filed an asylum application

Q. What is my port of entry?
A. Your port of entry is the city in the U.S. where you went through immigration inspection.

Q. What is my date of entry into the U.S.?
A. This question refers to your most recent entry.

Q. When does my stay in the U.S. expire?
A. For most aliens, your stay expires on the date your most recent I-94 card expires. However, if you are an adjustment applicant, this question is not applicable to you. Therefore, you should "N/A" on the form in that blank.

Q. Do I need to notify any INS service center of my address change?
A. If you have an application pending at a service center, or expect to receive documents from the INS, then yes you do need to notify the proper service center of your address change.

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