Address: 1250 Poydras St #1800, New Orleans, LA 70113
USCIS Contact Center: 1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833)
Before You Visit
Services at This Office
- Green card interviews — adjustment of status (Form I-485) and related family or employment cases.
- Naturalization interviews and the civics test — for Form N-400 applicants. Practice the civics test here.
- Naturalization oath ceremonies — the final step to become a U.S. citizen.
- In-person applicant services — limited appointments for issues that cannot be resolved online or by phone, such as emergency travel documents or I-551 (ADIT) stamps.
How to Get an Appointment
- Most visits are scheduled automatically by USCIS: you receive a Form I-797C appointment notice by mail with the date, time and exact address.
- For emergencies or in-person services, call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 and request an appointment.
- Arrive no more than 15 minutes early (30 minutes for oath ceremonies), with your notice and a government-issued photo ID.
- Firearms, weapons and recording are prohibited inside all USCIS facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment to visit the USCIS New Orleans Field Office?
Yes. USCIS field offices do not allow walk-ins. You must have an interview notice or a scheduled appointment made through the USCIS Contact Center (1-800-375-5283).
What services does the New Orleans Field Office provide?
Field offices conduct interviews for non-asylum cases (such as green card and naturalization interviews), hold naturalization oath ceremonies, and provide limited in-person applicant services by appointment.
Can I do my biometrics appointment at this office?
Biometrics (fingerprints and photos) are usually taken at an Application Support Center (ASC), which may be a different location. Check your appointment notice for the exact address.
How do I check if the office is open today?
USCIS offices can close for weather or unexpected events. Check the official USCIS Office Closings page before traveling.
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