Sex identification is a key piece of data, which must be reported to the state. It must always be marked. The telephone number is kept strictly confidential. However, accept an application if the applicant really doesn't want to give a telephone number. You may ask if there's a number where we can leave a message.
Ethnic background is strictly optional.
Do not make any comments about your opinion of the accuracy of the category checked. If more thanone category is marked, explain that our system will only accept one. Any request for documentation must be based strictly upon the information provided bythe applicant on the application itself and not on the basis of any external observations. To have resident status the Green Card must have an Adjustment date of one year and one day. If you are coding the applicant a non-resident, it is your responsibility to inform them of this fact.