Originally Posted by
oceanasteve
No indication what the format is. Any ideas?
It is a 9-digit number, which is formerly known as Alien Registration number, A# number, etc. I believe it is known as USCIS# now. This is a number following an immigrant for life, even after naturalization. CBP TECS will be able to verify the status of the Immigrant by use this set of number.
There is a second set of number, which is the serial number for the card itself. That number virtually has no value.