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PrintI-955, Application for Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Long-Term Resident Status
Alert: You may only apply for CNMI long-term resident status until Aug. 17, 2020.
Use this form to apply for initial NM-1, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) long-term resident status. You must file this form with your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.
Please refer to the Form I-955 instructions to determine whether you should use this form. CNMI long-term resident status is not the same thing as lawful permanent residence and does not lead to lawful permanent resident status.
Number of Pages
Form 15; instructions 17.
Edition Date
12/26/19. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
Where to File
File your Form I-955 with your Form I-765 at the address listed on the Form I-765 direct filing addresses webpage. Do not send only your Form I-955 to a USCIS Lockbox facility.
Complete all sections of the form.
Don’t forget to sign your forms!
Filing Fee
$0. However, you must submit the Form I-765 base fee ($410) and the biometric fee ($85) along with your Form I-955.
There is no fee waiver for your Form I-765 base fee or biometric fee.
Special Instructions
You must file your Form I-955 with your Form I-765 to be considered for long-term resident status.
