This article was last updated and fact checked on January 28, 2023 by Mani Karthik.
After you have filed your I-485 Application to Adjust Status, there are a few more steps you will need to take in order to complete the process. This guide will walk you through everything you need to do in order to file for I-485 AoS.
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What is the i485 AoS
The i485 AoS is an online system that allows users to file and track their applications for adjustment of status. The system also provides information on the status of applications, allows users to upload supporting documents, and provides a way for applicants to communicate with customer service representatives.
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What is Form I-485 and what is the Adjustment of Status process?
Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is the form used by an individual alien to apply for permanent residence or adjustment of status to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The adjustment of the status process allows an individual who is already present in the United States to obtain permanent resident status without having to return to their home country to complete the process.
The i485 AoS is an online system that allows users to file and track their applications for adjustment of status. The system also provides information on the status of applications, allows users to upload supporting documents, and provides a way for applicants to communicate with customer service representatives.
Who is eligible to file Form I-485?
A foreign national who is applying for permanent residence or a “green card” is eligible to file Form I-485.
When to file Form I-485?
You should file Form I-485 as soon as you are eligible to do so.
How to file Form I-485?
To file Form I-485, you must first have a petition filed on your behalf with USCIS. Once that petition is approved, you will receive an immigrant visa number. You can then file Form I-485 with USCIS.
What supporting documents are required with Form I-485?
An I-485 application must be accompanied by evidence that the applicant is eligible for adjustment of status. This may include a copy of a valid entry document, such as a passport or I-94; a copy of a visa; and/or other documentation establishing that the applicant is eligible to adjust status.
The following supporting documents are needed to file with Form I-485:
- A copy of your passport
- A copy of your birth certificate
- A copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable)
- A copy of your divorce decree (if applicable)
- A copy of your children’s birth certificates (if applicable)
- A copy of your adoption papers (if applicable)
- A copy of your employment offer letter (if applicable)
- A copy of your police clearance certificate (if applicable)
- A copy of your medical examination results
Can I file I 765 along with I 485?
Yes, you can file Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, with your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
After You File Your I-485
Once you file your I-485, the USCIS will send you a notice for your biometrics appointment. After you go to your biometrics appointment, you will be scheduled for an interview. During the interview, you will need to bring documents that prove your identity, relationship to your sponsor, and your eligibility for adjustment of status. You will also have to answer questions about your application and your personal history.
After your interview, the USCIS will make a decision on your application. If you are approved, you will receive a green card in the mail. If you are denied, you can appeal the decision or file a motion to reopen or reconsider your case.
