What happens after I-485 is filed?
Approximately 3-5 weeks after filing After your I-485 is filed, you will receive a notice in the mail about your biometrics services appointment, which will be held at a local Application Support Center (ASC). The notice will tell you the date, time, and location of your appointment.
Where to file I-485, application to register permanent residence or?
Go to the Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status page to see where you should file your application. Go to our Form Filing Tips page for information on how to help ensure that we will accept your application.
What does I-485 stand for in immigration form?
Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is used by a person in the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status. Throughout these Instructions, we will sometimes refer to Form I-485 as an application for adjustment of status or as an adjustment application.
How long does it take for I-485 to be processed?
Currently, the U.S. government changes the processing procedure for four forms – N-400, I-90, I-485, and I-751. However, it can still take several months – typically, between 6 and 12 months – before your adjustment application will be processed.
How to fill in Form I-485 for green card?
For broader information on whether you are eligible for a green card and the various steps involved in the application process, see How to Get a Green Card. You can fill in Form I-485 on your computer, and that’s the best way to do it. If you need to fill it in by hand, print legibly and use black ink.
How much does it cost to file Form I-485?
Filing Fees for Form I-485. Filing fees for I-485 are based on your age and certain other factors. The fees are raised fairly regularly, so double check them on the Form I-485 page of the USCIS website. As of 2021, the fee for most applicants is $1,140, plus $85 for the biometrics fee (fingerprinting).
Which USCIS facility should I file I-485?
You may file Form I-485 and Form I-140 together at the USCIS Dallas Lockbox. If you are requesting premium processing for Form I-140, you must also file Form I-907, Request for Premium Processing Service.
How long is the I-485 filing process?
After filing Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status, and related forms, your I-485 processing time can take anywhere from 8 to 14 months. The basis of your adjustment of status (e.g. family, employment, asylum, etc.) will be a significant factor. This is an approximation.
What is your legal status after filing I-485?
If you have filed Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status, you generally are not confined by the restrictions on your nonimmigrant visa. You have the right to remain in the United States while the application is pending. As an F-1 student, you could potentially drop out of school.