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Updated August 19, 2026.

Are USCIS Immigration Forms Changing in September 2026? Yes, Here's the No-Grace-Period Update

What is changing on September 15, 2026?

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will release new editions of multiple immigration forms on September 15, 2026, and the agency will not accept older editions after that date, per Moneycontrol.com's August 15, 2026 analysis. Hindustan Times reported on August 15, 2026 that the changes specifically affect forms used for extension of status. The no-grace-period policy means any application filed on or after September 15 must use the new edition or USCIS will reject it.

Think of a form edition like a software version. When USCIS updates a form, the agency changes the edition date printed at the bottom. Most updates get a grace period (you can use either the old or the new edition for a few months). This time, there is no grace period at all.

Which forms are affected?

The August 15, 2026 Hindustan Times report notes that the changes affect forms used for extension of status. The [Moneycontrol.com August 15, 2026 report](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi7gFBVV95cUxQYWR6Mnhic2gwTTdmazBIUGluUm5rVHpqdzZPRHV1UVlnaW9pQ

Frequently asked questions

When do the new USCIS forms take effect?
September 15, 2026, per Moneycontrol.com reporting on August 15, 2026. USCIS will release new editions of multiple immigration forms on that date.
Will USCIS accept older form editions after September 15?
No. Multiple August 2026 reports indicate there is no grace period. Only the September 15, 2026 editions will be accepted after that date.
Which forms are changing on September 15, 2026?
According to Hindustan Times on August 15, 2026, the changes affect forms used for extension of status. The reports do not list every form number that is changing.
Where can I download the new September 2026 form editions?
USCIS.gov will host the new editions starting September 15, 2026. Check the specific form page on USCIS.gov on or after that date.