# What is Form I-220B, Order of Supervision?

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- Published: 2026-10-30T04:51:51-07:00
- Author: Albert J Lum

# What is Form I-220B, Order of Supervision?

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 Form I-220B is an ICE Order of Supervision that sets out conditions an individual
must follow after release from immigration custody. Learn about reporting, travel
approval, address changes and why the exact terms of your order matter.

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**Form I-220B, also called an Order of Supervision, is an ICE document that sets
out the conditions a person must follow after being released from immigration custody
under post-order supervision.** The conditions are individual to the case and may
include regular reporting, travel restrictions, requirements concerning travel documents,
medical or physical examinations, and written notice of an address change. Read 
every page and attachment of the order you received; a general online checklist 
cannot replace its specific terms.

## What is Form I-220B?

Form I-220B is titled _Order of Supervision_. Under [8 C.F.R. § 241.5](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.5),
a person released under the post-removal-period custody provisions in 8 C.F.R. §
241.4 is released pursuant to an order of supervision. The regulation identifies
Form I-220B as the form an authorised immigration official may issue.

The order records the conditions attached to the person’s release and supervision.
It does not, by itself, cancel a final order of removal, grant a green card, or 
confer a new immigration status. The legal effect of the order must be considered
alongside the person’s immigration history and any other notices or decisions in
the case.

You can view the official [ICE Form I-220B, Order of Supervision](https://www.ice.gov/doclib/detention/checkin/I_220B_OSUP.pdf).
The form is a government document; the copy actually served on an individual, including
any addendum or additional conditions, is the document that matters for compliance.

## Who may receive an Order of Supervision?

Form I-220B is used in certain post-order custody situations. The relevant regulations
address custody decisions after a removal order and the conditions that may apply
when ICE releases a person under supervision. The decision is not explained accurately
by describing every recipient simply as a person considered “low risk” or as someone
enrolled in the Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP).

ICE’s custody and release framework is set out in [8 C.F.R. § 241.4](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.4),
while the conditions of an Order of Supervision are addressed in [8 C.F.R. § 241.5](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.5).
Whether a person may be released, and on what conditions, depends on the applicable
legal framework and individual circumstances.

## What conditions can Form I-220B include?

Section 241.5 lists conditions that an order may specify. Depending on the person’s
case, these can include:

 * **Periodic reporting:** reporting to a specified ICE officer or location at the
   times directed and providing relevant information under oath when required.
 * **Travel-document cooperation:** continuing efforts to obtain travel documents
   and assisting ICE with obtaining them.
 * **Medical or physical examinations:** attending examinations when directed by
   the agency.
 * **Travel restrictions:** obtaining advance approval before travelling beyond 
   the times or distances specified.
 * **Address-change notification:** giving DHS written notice of a change of address
   in the prescribed manner.

The official form may also contain additional or case-specific conditions, including
requirements related to an Alternatives to Detention programme, electronic monitoring
or a curfew. These are not universal requirements for every person with an I-220B.
Follow the terms written in your own order and any attached pages.

## What should you do after receiving Form I-220B?

### Read the entire order, including addenda

Check each page for reporting dates, locations, travel limits, notice periods and
any additional instructions. Keep a complete copy in a safe place and make a calendar
of required appointments and deadlines.

### Follow the reporting instructions

Attend each required check-in and keep records of attendance and communications 
with the assigned ICE office. If you believe you cannot attend as directed, seek
legal advice promptly and contact the office using the instructions in your order.
Do not assume that a missed appointment will be excused automatically.

### Check before travelling or moving

Do not rely on a general rule or another person’s experience. Your order may restrict
travel outside a defined area or require advance approval. It may also specify how
and when an address change must be reported. Obtain advice before acting where the
requirement is unclear.

### Keep evidence of compliance

Retain appointment notices, proof of check-ins, copies of written notifications,
travel approvals and records of attempts to obtain travel documents. These records
may be important if a question later arises about whether a condition was followed.

## What happens if someone does not comply?

Failure to comply with an Order of Supervision can have serious consequences. Under
[8 C.F.R. § 241.4(l)](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.4),
a person covered by that provision who violates release conditions may be returned
to custody. The regulation also describes notice of the reasons for revocation and
an initial informal interview after return to custody.

The outcome depends on the applicable legal provisions, the condition involved and
the facts. Do not assume that every alleged breach leads automatically to the same
result. If you receive a violation notice, cannot meet a condition, or believe the
order contains an error, obtain case-specific legal advice promptly.

## Does Form I-220B give someone permission to work?

Form I-220B is an Order of Supervision; it is not itself an Employment Authorization
Document (EAD). The regulation at 8 C.F.R. § 241.5(c) addresses discretionary employment
authorization in specified circumstances. A person should not assume that receiving
an I-220B automatically authorises employment. Any separate work-authorisation question
should be reviewed under the current rules and the person’s individual circumstances.

## Frequently asked questions about Form I-220B

### Is Form I-220B the same as a green card?

No. It is an Order of Supervision that sets conditions for release and supervision.
It does not grant lawful permanent resident status.

### Does an Order of Supervision mean the removal order has been cancelled?

No. The order concerns supervision and release conditions. It does not, by itself,
vacate or cancel an underlying removal order.

### Can I travel while I am under an Order of Supervision?

That depends on the terms of your order. Section 241.5 provides for advance approval
of travel beyond specified times and distances. Review the travel conditions in 
your own document and obtain any required approval before travelling.

### Do all people with Form I-220B have electronic monitoring?

No. Electronic monitoring, curfews and other programme requirements may appear as
additional conditions in some cases. They should not be assumed to apply to everyone.

### What if I have lost my copy of Form I-220B?

Contact the ICE office identified in your records or seek advice from your immigration
attorney about obtaining a copy. Do not guess at your reporting dates or other conditions
while trying to replace the document.

## Speak with an immigration attorney about an Order of Supervision

If you have received Form I-220B, been notified of a change to your supervision 
conditions, or are concerned about a possible violation, the details of your immigration
history and the exact wording of your order matter. Lum Law Group can review the
circumstances and explain potential next steps.

[Learn about immigration and deportation defence](https://www.lumlawgroup.com/deportation-defense/)
or [contact Lum Law Group to discuss your situation](https://www.lumlawgroup.com/contact-us/).

_This article is general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules and agency
procedures can change. The final version should be reviewed and approved by a qualified
immigration attorney before publication._

## Official resources

 * [U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Form I-220B, Order of Supervision](https://www.ice.gov/doclib/detention/checkin/I_220B_OSUP.pdf)
 * [8 C.F.R. § 241.5 — Conditions of release after removal period](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.5)
 * [8 C.F.R. § 241.4 — Continued detention and release beyond the removal period](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-241/subpart-A/section-241.4)

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