USCIS is now allowing for people to schedule an in-person appointment at USCIS using an online form. It will no longer be necessary to call the USCIS 1-800 number, say ‘infopass,’ then talk to a rep to schedule an appointment. It’s nice of USCIS to bring back this option that used to exist but they removed a few years ago when they thought they might be able to get rid of infopass appointments.

Appointments are limited to certain circumstances by USCIS. An appointment can only be scheduled if the issue falls into one of their eligible categories:

1. ADIT Stamp: This is a stamp, also known as an I-551 stamp, which provides temporary evidence of permanent resident status. This is helpful in situations where a green card has been lost and a Form I-90 is pending.
2. Emergency Advance Parole: USCIS has the discretion to determine if the request is for an emergency AND is emergent. USCIS defines “emergent” as