Common Forms Processed at Phoenix Lockbox
USCIS Relocates Phoenix Lockbox (Courier Deliveries) to Tempe — How to Avoid Rejections
USCIS announced that filings sent by courier (UPS, FedEx, DHL) to the Phoenix lockbox must now be addressed to the Tempe, Arizona facility. If you use the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), the Phoenix P.O. Box remains unchanged. This operational shift is meant to streamline intake and reduce misrouted packages.
Key dates & grace window
When the change launched, USCIS forwarded couriered packages from Phoenix to Tempe for a short grace period. After that window, courier deliveries sent to the old Phoenix street address were no longer accepted—a simple addressing mistake could mean rejection or return. Always verify the current address on the USCIS site before you ship.
What this means for your filing
- Check the “Where to File” page for your form (I-130, I-485, I-765, I-751, etc.) the day you ship; lockbox routing can vary by form, category, and state of residence.
- If you’re using courier service, confirm the Tempe courier address listed for your specific form. Do not assume the USPS P.O. Box works for FedEx/UPS.
- Use tracked delivery and keep proof of receipt; your filing date is when USCIS receives the package at the correct location.
Practical checklist (avoid rejections)
- Edition & signatures: Download the latest form edition; follow signature rules (reproduced wet signatures generally acceptable).
- Correct fee: Use the USCIS fee calculator and include the exact amount/method specified on the form page.
- Labeling: Include the form name/box number exactly as listed; add G-1145 for e-notifications.
- Contents: Place the check on top, then cover letter, forms, supporting evidence, and translations with tabs.
- Addressing: USPS → Phoenix P.O. Box (as listed). Courier → Tempe street address for the Phoenix lockbox. Double-check immediately before shipping.
Bottom line
Routing rules differ for USPS vs. courier. A final address check on USCIS.gov can prevent weeks of delay—or a rejection—when filing to the Phoenix/Tempe lockbox.
