Applying for Adjustment of Status guide

[Elora & Rob 15]

Have put this together as a guide. am i missing anything?

Applying for Adjustment of Status

Along with applying for SSN we also apply for a marriage certificate. We must then get married within 90 days of me entering the US. Once we are married I can apply for AOS to become a Legal Permanent Resident. The cost is $1,070. The AOS petition will need to be sent to the National Mailbox in Chicago.

What we need to send

1. 1. $1,070 Payment required by the USCIS. Use a personal check so we can track the payment.

2. A Cover letter which states everything in the package signed and dated by me.

3. Clip a completed G-1145 (E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance) to the back of the cover letter.

4. A completed I-485 form signed and dated by me.

5. A full copy of my UK passport including the K1 visa.

6. A copy of NOA2 "Approval" from the K1 process.

7. A copy of my I-94.

8. A copy of my Birth Certificate.

9. A full copy of our Marriage certificate.

10. Another G-325A biographical information form filled out, signed and dated by me.

11. 2 US sized Passport photos with full name on the back. Signed and dated.

12. A completed I-693 along with the DS-3025. These will be my medical certificates vaccinations history from the K1 Process. I am not required to have another medical examination as long as my Form I-485 is filed within one year of MY overseas medical examination.

13. A completed I-864 which is a more detailed “Affidavit for Support” document filled out by yourself and our co-sponsor. For I-864 the latest complete tax return or tax transcript is required. Two previous years optional but amounts from all 3 years are listed on the form.

14. A completed I-765 “Employment Authorization Document” (EAD). The EAD card, known popularly as Work Permit, is a document issued by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that provides its holder a legal right to work in the United States of America. A holder can work as long as they carry an unexpired valid EAD and maintain their Legal Status in the US.

15. A completed I-131 “Application for Travel” which gives me Advanced Parole (AP). This will allow me to leave the US for short periods while AOS is waiting for approval.

I-485's can take anywhere from several months to two years to be approved depending on where you live (every local office has a different waiting period). The USCIS will eventually get to our petition. In the mean time I will receive my combined EAD & AP card.

EAD & AP Processing

Within a few weeks I will be sent a notice stating that my EAD/AP card is in production and to schedule an appointment at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have their fingerprints and photos taken. The EAD/AP usually arrives within 90days of AOS being sent but it can be quicker. The current average waiting time to receive my combined EAD & AP card for our local office is 74 days but this can change.

In an emergency where travel outside of the United States is needed (while a beneficiary's AOS is still being processed) an AP can be obtained quicker by scheduling an Info-Pass appointment at my local USCIS office. I would need to show proof (doctors note, etc) that the travel is a true emergency (such as to see a critically ill relative) and file an AP in person. If approved the AP is likely be issued the same day. If I were to leave the country without an AP the AOS will be considered "abandoned" and I would need to re apply.

Biometrics

I will be required to have my biometrics taken as part of the AOS processing (fingerprints and photos). I will be sent a notice in the mail to schedule an appointment at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have my fingerprints and photos taken. It is important follow the instructions in this notice and to schedule the biometrics appointment in a timely fashion.

Interview for Adjustment of Status

Eventually we will receive a letter from USCIS informing us of an interview date. It will include instructions on what to bring to the interview and any required items you may need to complete beforehand. One of the most critical items requested will be "evidence of the relationship" which proves that our marriage is true and faithful (i.e. photos, joint checking account, joint lease etc). It is important to bring my passport to the interview. The interview is fairly painless and may be video recorded and lasts between 15-30 minutes. When approved I will be mailed my 2 year “Greencard" within weeks of the interview.

[amaloveskofi 7]

Have put this together as a guide. am i missing anything?

Applying for Adjustment of Status

Along with applying for SSN we also apply for a marriage certificate. We must then get married within 90 days of me entering the US. Once we are married I can apply for AOS to become a Legal Permanent Resident. The cost is $1,070. The AOS petition will need to be sent to the National Mailbox in Chicago.

What we need to send

1. 1. $1,070 Payment required by the USCIS. Use a personal check so we can track the payment.

2. A Cover letter which states everything in the package signed and dated by me.

3. Clip a completed G-1145 (E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance) to the back of the cover letter.

4. A completed I-485 form signed and dated by me.

5. A full copy of my UK passport including the K1 visa.

6. A copy of NOA2 "Approval" from the K1 process.

7. A copy of my I-94.

8. A copy of my Birth Certificate.

9. A full copy of our Marriage certificate.

10. Another G-325A biographical information form filled out, signed and dated by me.

11. 2 US sized Passport photos with full name on the back. Signed and dated.

12. A completed I-693 along with the DS-3025. These will be my medical certificates vaccinations history from the K1 Process. I am not required to have another medical examination as long as my Form I-485 is filed within one year of MY overseas medical examination.

13. A completed I-864 which is a more detailed “Affidavit for Support” document filled out by yourself and our co-sponsor. For I-864 the latest complete tax return or tax transcript is required. Two previous years optional but amounts from all 3 years are listed on the form.

14. A completed I-765 “Employment Authorization Document” (EAD). The EAD card, known popularly as Work Permit, is a document issued by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that provides its holder a legal right to work in the United States of America. A holder can work as long as they carry an unexpired valid EAD and maintain their Legal Status in the US.

15. A completed I-131 “Application for Travel” which gives me Advanced Parole (AP). This will allow me to leave the US for short periods while AOS is waiting for approval.

I-485's can take anywhere from several months to two years to be approved depending on where you live (every local office has a different waiting period). The USCIS will eventually get to our petition. In the mean time I will receive my combined EAD & AP card.

EAD & AP Processing

Within a few weeks I will be sent a notice stating that my EAD/AP card is in production and to schedule an appointment at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have their fingerprints and photos taken. The EAD/AP usually arrives within 90days of AOS being sent but it can be quicker. The current average waiting time to receive my combined EAD & AP card for our local office is 74 days but this can change.

In an emergency where travel outside of the United States is needed (while a beneficiary's AOS is still being processed) an AP can be obtained quicker by scheduling an Info-Pass appointment at my local USCIS office. I would need to show proof (doctors note, etc) that the travel is a true emergency (such as to see a critically ill relative) and file an AP in person. If approved the AP is likely be issued the same day. If I were to leave the country without an AP the AOS will be considered "abandoned" and I would need to re apply.

Biometrics

I will be required to have my biometrics taken as part of the AOS processing (fingerprints and photos). I will be sent a notice in the mail to schedule an appointment at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have my fingerprints and photos taken. It is important follow the instructions in this notice and to schedule the biometrics appointment in a timely fashion.

Interview for Adjustment of Status

Eventually we will receive a letter from USCIS informing us of an interview date. It will include instructions on what to bring to the interview and any required items you may need to complete beforehand. One of the most critical items requested will be "evidence of the relationship" which proves that our marriage is true and faithful (i.e. photos, joint checking account, joint lease etc). It is important to bring my passport to the interview. The interview is fairly painless and may be video recorded and lasts between 15-30 minutes. When approved I will be mailed my 2 year “Greencard" within weeks of the interview.

what do u mesn by a full copy of ur marriage cert. is it a photo copy or original?

[N&S 32]

Regarding EAD and AP my understanding is that you need all the supporting documents again - so more photos, another copy of passport, I-94 etc. - check the guides again.

[VanessaTony 3,567]

Have put this together as a guide. am i missing anything?

Applying for Adjustment of Status

Along with applying for SSN we also apply for a marriage certificatelicence. We must then get married within 90 days of me entering the US. Once we are married I can apply for AOS to become a Legal Permanent Resident. The cost is $1,070. The AOS petition will need to be sent to the National Mailbox in Chicago.

What we need to send

1. 1. $1,070 Payment required by the USCIS. Use a personal check so we can track the payment. made payable to US Department of Homeland Security

2. A Cover letter which states everything in the package signed and dated by me. not actually required but you can

3. Clip a completed G-1145 (E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance) to the back of the cover letter. not actually required to be clipped to the back but you can

4. A completed I-485 form signed and dated by me. Yes

5. A full copy of my UK passport including the K1 visa. No. Only the biographical page, K1 visa and entry stamp The rest isn't required

6. A copy of NOA2 "Approval" from the K1 process. Yes

7. A copy of my I-94. front and back yes

8. A copy of my Birth Certificate. Yes

9. A full copy of our Marriage certificate. Yes

10. Another G-325A biographical information form filled out, signed and dated by me. It's not "another" one because the information has changed

11. 2 US sized Passport photos with full name on the back. Signed and dated. Also 2 for EAD and 2 for AP

12. A completed I-693 along with the DS-3025. These will be my medical certificates vaccinations history from the K1 Process. I am not required to have another medical examination as long as my Form I-485 is filed within one year of MY overseas medical examination. The I-693 only needs to vaccination part complete

13. A completed I-864 which is a more detailed “Affidavit for Support” document filled out by yourself and our co-sponsor. For I-864 the latest complete tax return or tax transcript is required. Two previous years optional but amounts from all 3 years are listed on the form.

14. A completed I-765 “Employment Authorization Document” (EAD). The EAD card, known popularly as Work Permit, is a document issued by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that provides its holder a legal right to work in the United States of America. A holder can work as long as they carry an unexpired valid EAD and maintain their Legal Status in the US. Plus supporting documents

15. A completed I-131 “Application for Travel” which gives me Advanced Parole (AP). This will allow me to leave the US for short periods while AOS is waiting for approval. Plus supporting documents

I-485's can take anywhere from several months to two years to be approved depending on where you live (every local office has a different waiting period). The USCIS will eventually get to our petition. In the mean time I will receive my combined EAD & AP card.

EAD & AP Processing

Within a few weeks I will be sent a notice stating that my EAD/AP card is in production and to schedule an appointment No. THEY schedule the appointment. You don't. at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have their fingerprints and photos taken. The EAD/AP usually arrives within 90days of AOS being sent but it can be quicker. The current average waiting time to receive my combined EAD & AP card for our local office is 74 days but this can change.

In an emergency where travel outside of the United States is needed (while a beneficiary's AOS is still being processed) an AP can be obtained quicker by scheduling an Info-Pass appointment at my local USCIS office. I would need to show proof (doctors note, etc) that the travel is a true emergency (such as to see a critically ill relative) and file an AP in person. If approved the AP is likely be issued the same day. If I were to leave the country without an AP the AOS will be considered "abandoned" and I would need to re apply.

Biometrics

I will be required to have my biometrics taken as part of the AOS processing (fingerprints and photos). I will be sent a notice in the mail to schedule an appointment No. THEY schedule the appointment. You don't. at the nearest USCIS biometrics office to have my fingerprints and photos taken. It is important follow the instructions in this notice and to schedule the biometrics appointment in a timely fashion.

Interview for Adjustment of Status

Eventually we will MIGHT. Not everyone who aos'd from a K1 will have an interview receive a letter from USCIS informing us of an interview date. It will include instructions on what to bring to the interview and any required items you may need to complete beforehand. One of the most critical items requested will be "evidence of the relationship" which proves that our marriage is true and faithful (i.e. photos, joint checking account, joint lease etc). It is important to bring my passport to the interview. The interview is fairly painless and may be video recorded and lasts between 15-30 minutes. When approved I will be mailed my 2 year “Greencard" within weeks of the interview.

Comments above. There's a few things wrong. There's an AOS thread in my signature that should help you.

what do u mesn by a full copy of ur marriage cert. is it a photo copy or original?

Only a photocopy is required.

[Elora & Rob 15]

thankyou so much.