Adjustment of Status (I-485)

Adjustment of Status (I-485) Process: Your Path to Permanent Residency
The Adjustment of Status or Form I-485 is your ticket to securing a Green Card without traveling back to your home country for visa processing. The crucial step allows you to transform your temporary visa status into lawful permanent residency, opening the door to a wealth of rights and opportunities to live and work permanently in the US.
Here’s where our immigration law firm guides you through every essential step of the process. Our lawyers help you gather the necessary documentation and help demystify the complexities of your immigration journey. Partner with us, and let’s make your dream of obtaining your Green Card a reality.
Adjustment of Status (I-485): Eligibility Criteria

Lawful Entry
You must have been examined and granted entry or parole by immigration officials in the US.
Approved Petition
Immediate Relatives
Family Preference
Employment-Based Preference
Refugees & Asylees
Individuals with refugee or asylum status can apply for a Green Card after residing in the US for at least one year from the date their status was granted.
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Special Immigrant
Continuous Presence
Admissibility
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Adjustment of Status (I-485): Required Documents
Documentation is a critical step for any visa application, and the I-485 is no exception. Our Adjustment of Status attorneys will help you collect and submit the required documents within the stipulated time. You will need:
- Form I-485 or Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
- Form I-864, Affidavit of Support (If Applicable)
- Medical Examination Report (Form I-693)
- Proof of Lawful Entry (I-94 Arrival/Departure Record)
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate, if applicable
- Form I-797, Approval Notice for Underlying Petition
- Proof of continuous stay in the U.S.
- Proof of financial stability
Adjustment of Status (I-485): The Benefits
Lawful Permanent Residency
Security and stability that comes with Permanent Residency
Opportunities for business and investment
Eligibility for family members to apply for the I-485 petition
Possibility of applying for US Citizenship
Access to certain public benefits upon approval
Eligibility for Work Authorization (Employment Authorization Document - EAD)
Eligibility for Travel Authorization (Advance Parole)
Adjustment of Status: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the Adjustment of Status process?
Generally, the process for Adjustment of Status may last for 8-14 months. However, depending on the USCIS workload and the complexity of your case, it may take more time than expected.
Am I permitted to travel outside the US while my I-485 is processed?
You should apply for Advance Parole to leave the US without any restrictions. If you leave the US without Advance Parole, your application may be considered abandoned.
Can I file I-485 concurrently with my immigrant petition?
It is possible with some employment and family-based petitions if a visa number is immediately available.