Entered on a K1 Visa and apply for AOS

[lools 0]

Hello,

I entered the US on a K1 visa and I'm now filing the AOS (form I-485) and the Application for Travel Document (form I-131). Is there any other form I should file as well? I'm a bit confused to what to fill out and send along with the AOS form.

Thank you in advance!

Lools!

[Pitaya 2,577]

Welcome to the forum.

(accessible at the top of the forum page). In particular, review the K1/K3 AOS Guide:

http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1k3aos

Good luck on your immigration journey.

[moemac59 192]

Hello,

I entered the US on a K1 visa and I'm now filing the AOS (form I-485) and the Application for Travel Document (form I-131). Is there any other form I should file as well? I'm a bit confused to what to fill out and send along with the AOS form.

Thank you in advance!

Lools!

You should also apply for your EAD (Employment Authorization Document) as well. It will be issued as a combo card with you AP. I'm sorry but I cannot remember what the form number is for that one. Your AP/EAD card will take approximately 3 months when you submit concurrently with your AOS application. You might as well file for it as it won't cost you anything extra when you while with your AOS application. Good luck.

[lools 0]

鸳鸯鸟 I read the guidelines and was a bit confused as I also read the USCIS website as well. That is why I am asking here. I just want to make sure if these are the correct form I have to fill out?

I-485

I-131

I-864

G-325 A

I-765

[Pitaya 2,577]

鸳鸯鸟 I read the guidelines and was a bit confused as I also read the USCIS website as well. That is why I am asking here. I just want to make sure if these are the correct form I have to fill out?

I-485 (required, as mentioned in the AOS Guide)

I-131 (optional, as mentioned in the AOS Guide)

I-864 (required, as mentioned in the AOS Guide)

G-325 A (required, as mentioned in the AOS Guide)

I-765 (optional, as mentioned in the AOS Guide)

Understandable….it is a lot to digest, and a lot of reading, and FAQs (very helpful!). It took me a couple of times through them to understand what we needed to do. From the K-1 AOS Guide:

Download the Following Forms:

1. G-325a

2. I-864

3. I-485

4. I-765 (optional)

5. I-131 (optional)

6. G-1145 (optional)

The above forms can be filled out on your computer and printed. Make sure you sign and date them as required. Anything you cannot fit by typing, you can handwrite (very neatly) in black ink in the blank instead. You should always verify the current forms at www.uscis.gov.

Assembling the I-485 Package: Checklist

Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.): 1. Payment as required by USCIS. Use a personal check so you can track the payment. Money Orders are also accepted. Read the Guide to Paying USCIS Immigration Fees. Be sure to include the payment for both the I-485 and the biometrics fee*.

>> The fee for I-485 applications includes the cost of the I-131 and I-765 (no need to pay for them if filed with or while your I-485 application is pending adjudication). 2. Cover Page. This should include the applicants contact information, a description of the benefit being filed for ("Immediate Relative (Spouse) Family Based Adjustment of Status Application") and a table of contents listing the major items in the packet. If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet and list the attachment on the cover sheet. Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet. 3. Form I-485: Petition for Alien Relative 4. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses Passport (biographical page as well as entry stamps). 4a. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses K-1 or K-3 Visa from Passport 5. K-1 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-129F **

K-3 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-130 6. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses valid I-94 (front and back copies) 7. A copy of the intending immigrant's birth certificate along with English translation. (If in any language other than English) 8. A copy of your marriage certificate. Note: While a regular copy is allowed, submitting a certified copy is preferred as some members have received an RFE asking for this (so if one is available use that instead). 9. G-325A filled out, signed and dated. 10. Two passport-type photos (see specification) of the Non US Citizen Spouse. Write the full name and A# on the back using a soft felt tipped pen or pencil. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Insert Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the G-325a. 11. I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status.I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status. If you are a K-1, K-2, K-3 or K-4 visa holder the I-693 instructions state that you are not required to have another medical examination as long as your Form I-485 is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination. If you are missing any shots from your overseas medical a I-693 vaccination transcription is required to be completed by seeing a Civil Surgeon to have certain portions of the I-693 completed and have the Civil Surgeon certify the form (sealing the original in an envelope and giving you a copy). 12. I-864, Affidavit of Support (see poverty limits here)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation 13. I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, if you want to work while your application is processed (optional)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation or photos as well as payment as noted here. 14 I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed (optional)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation or photos as well as payment as noted here. * Fingerprint fee not needed for applicants under 14

** Should this document be misplaced/lost/never received you can file an I-824 to receive a duplicate copy via mail.

Good luck on your immigration journey.