G-325R: Biographic Information (Registration)

U.S. Capitol Building under a bright sky, symbolizing governmental processes tied to the G-325R Biographic Information requirement.

In 2025, the U.S. government reactivated a long-standing requirement for certain noncitizens to register and provide biographic information through Form G-325R, Biographic Information (Registration). This requirement is grounded in Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)

Below is an up-to-date guide: who must register, how it works, what happens if you don’t, and key tips to stay compliant.

📌What Is Form G-325R?

• Form G-325R, Biographic Information (Registration) is a USCIS form created for unregistered aliens (or those who never completed fingerprinting) to comply with the “alien registration” requirement under INA § 262.

• The form is intended for registration and fingerprinting of noncitizens who have not yet been registered or printed.

• It does not grant any immigration status, work authorization, or legal status by itself. It is purely to fulfill a statutory compliance duty.

• The form must be filed online via a USCIS account — it is not accepted by mail or in person.
  

🧾 Who Must File Form G-325R?

To determine whether you must file, the following conditions generally apply|

Condition	Requirement
Age	You are 14 years old or older (or upon turning 14)
Unregistered Status	You were not registered or fingerprinted earlier (e.g. at visa issuance, entry, or during a USCIS process)
Duration of stay	You stay in the U.S. for 30 days or more during a given period
Parental duty	For children under 14, the parent or guardian must register them; once a child turns 14, they must register within 30 days.

📝Exemptions / Already Registered Persons  You may not need to file if you are already considered registered via prior immigration processes. Examples include:

• You have a valid I-94 or I-94W (admission record).

• You were fingerprinted in connection with an immigration application (e.g. I-485, visa, etc.).

• You were previously registered under another method recognized by DHS/USCIS.

Completing the G-325R Biographic Information process involves two key steps: filing online and attending a biometrics appointment.

🛠 How to Complete Form G-325R

Here is a simplified step-by-step process based on guidelines and interpretations:

1. Create a USCIS online account (or use an existing one) for yourself (or your minor child). 

2. Access G-325R via the USCIS site and fill it out electronically.

3. Provide biographic details:

   • Full legal name, other names ever used

   • Date/place of birth

   • Citizenship or nationality

   • Current physical and mailing addresses

   • Prior residences (last 5 years)

4. Provide immigration entry information:

   • Date and place of most recent entry to the U.S.

   • Status at last entry (e.g. H-1B, B-2, etc.)

   • I-94 number

   • Expiration of authorized stay (if applicable) 

5. Indicate activities since entry and expected plans (stay duration, departure, etc.). 

6. Provide parental info (for minors) and other relevant data (aliases, prior names, etc.).

7. Submit the form electronically.

8. If required, attend a biometrics appointment (fingerprints, photo) at a USCIS Application Support Center (ASC).

9. Once completed, USCIS will issue proof of registration, which you should download and keep. Persons age 18+ are required to carry it at all times.
   

⚠️ Noncompliance Risks

• Criminal penalties: fines or up to 6 months jail for willful non-registration.

• Civil penalties: monetary fines or administrative action.

• Immigration impact: can affect visa renewals, green card, or status adjustments.

Thank you for staying informed and compliant with U.S. immigration regulations. 🏛️Related Source 1. Francis law center 2. PPID 3. RNB law group