Instructions For Petition For Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129) (Page 28 of 29) in pdf

Requests for More Information or Interview

We may request more information or evidence from you or we may request that you appear at a USCIS office for an

interview. We may also request that you provide the originals of any copies you submit. We will return these originals

when they are no longer required.

After you file your petition, you may be notified to appear at a USCIS office to answer questions about the petition. You

will be required to answer these questions under oath or affirmation.

Decision

USCIS’ decision on Form I-129 involves a determination of whether you have established eligibility for the requested

benefit. You will be notified of the decision in writing.

USCIS Forms and Information

To ensure you are using the latest version of this form, visit the USCIS website at

where you can obtain

the latest USCIS forms and immigration-related information. If you do not have internet access, you may order USCIS

forms by calling our toll-free number at 1-800-870-3676. You may also obtain forms and information by calling the

USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283. For TTY (deaf or hard of hearing) call: 1-800-767-1833.

As an alternative to waiting in line for assistance at your local USCIS office, you can now schedule an appointment

through the USCIS Internet-based system, InfoPass. To access the system, visit the USCIS website at

Use the InfoPass appointment scheduler and follow the screen prompts to set up your

appointment. InfoPass generates an electronic appointment notice that appears on the screen.

Penalties

If you knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact or submit a false document with your Form I-129, we will

deny your Form I-129 and any other immigration benefit.

In addition, you will face severe penalties provided by law and may be subject to criminal prosecution.

USCIS Privacy Act Statement

AUTHORITIES: 8 U.S.C. sections 1154, 1184, and 1258 authorize USCIS to collect the information and the associated

evidence for this benefit application.

PURPOSE: The primary purpose for providing the requested information on this form is to petition USCIS for an alien

beneficiary to come temporarily to the United States to perform services or labor or to receive training. USCIS will use

the information you provide to grant or deny the employment benefit you seek on behalf of the listed beneficiary.

DISCLOSURE: The information you provide is voluntary. However, failure to provide the requested information, and

any requested evidence, may delay a final decision or result in denial of your benefit request.

ROUTINE USES: The information you provide on this form may be shared with other Federal, State, local, and foreign

government agencies and authorized organizations following approved routine uses described in the associated published

system of records notices [DHS-USCIS-007 - Benefits Information System which can be found at

The information may also be made available, as appropriate, for law enforcement purposes or in the interest of national

security.

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