The Immigration and Naturalization Service has extended the date to which it will accept the prior version of Form I-485. The Immigration and Naturalization Service will not accept prior versions of the Form I-485 submitted by the public after December 1, 2000. To obtain a current Form I-485 with an "N" designation of February 7, 2000, you may download the form from this site (see below), or you may call the INS forms toll-free line at 1-800-870-3676 or the National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283.
Special Instructions:
Family-Based Applications
Employment-Based Applications
Special Application Cases
To work or travel while the I-485 case is pending
General Instructions:
The I-485 - Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status is submitted by the individual wishing to obtain permanent resident status (the "applicant"). It is generally filed with supporting evidence, and may be filed in conjunction with several other applications or petitions.
INS Online has several documents which should help clarify this process. The following links will provide both the applicant and the petitioner with information on the process of applying for legal permanent residence. They examine some special cases, and provide links to the law and further resources. Also, please be sure to completely read the instructions provided with the Form I-485 before filing.
For overall guidelines on submitting this application and its supporting documentation, please see:
In most cases, a visa number must be available prior to filing an I-485. For more information please see:
Special Instructions:
Family-Based Applications
Immediate Relatives
If you are the immediate relative (spouse, parent or unmarried child under 21 years old) of a U.S. citizen, submit the following forms:
- I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status
- G-325A, Biographic Information
- Either your original I-130, Petition for Alien Relative (if you are filing concurrently), or a copy of your I-130 (if the original petition has been submitted but is not yet processed), or a copy of your I-797, Notice of Action (if the petition was already approved).
- I-864, Affidavit of Support
- I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status
- All required supporting documentation as listed on the above forms.
You may also submit the following forms:
- G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Representative (if you have a lawyer)
- I-765, Application for Employment Authorization and I-765 Signature Card, if you want to work while your application is processed
- I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed
- I-485 Supplement A, and penalty fee if applicable. See 8 CFR 245.10
- I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Excludability, if applicable
- IRS-9003, Additional Questions to be Completed by All Applicants for Permanent Residence in the United States. This form is provided as a service only. Questions about the form should be directed to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
Special Instruction:
The I-485 in this case may be filed at the same time as the visa petition (I-130) which is filed by the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. See your local office "About Us" page for any special local instructions including any local forms needed to apply for permanent residence.
Where to File:
Your local INS District Office (except if you are in the Baltimore District - then file at the Vermont Service Center.)
Other Family Members
If you are filing based on a family relationship with a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who is other than an immediate relative (which includes married children of U.S. citizens, adult [over 21] children of U.S. citizens, siblings of U.S. citizens, spouses and children of legal permanent residents), you should submit the following:
- I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status
- G-325A, Biographic Information
- Copy of your I-797, Notice of Action, showing that the I-130 petition was approved
- I-864, Affidavit of Support
- I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status
- All required supporting documentation as listed on the forms
You may also submit the following forms:
- G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Representative (if you have a lawyer)
- I-765, Application for Employment Authorization and I-765 Signature Card, if you want to work while your application is processed
- I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed
- I-485 Supplement A, and penalty fee if applicable. See 8 CFR 245.10
- I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Excludability, if applicable
- IRS-9003, Additional Questions to be Completed by All Applicants for Permanent Residence in the United States. This form is provided as a service only. Questions about the form should be directed to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
Special Instruction:
May be filed only when a Visa Number is immediately available to you. Check the Department of State Visa Bulletin for availability. See your local office's "About Us" page for any special local instructions including any local forms needed to apply for permanent residence.
Where to File:
Your local INS District Office (except if you are in the Baltimore District - then file at the Vermont Service Center)
For more information regarding the petitioning process for the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, please see:
Employment-Based Applications
If you are filing based on an offer of permanent employment in the United States, you should submit the following:
- I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status
- G-325A, Biographic Information
- Copy of your I-797, Notice of Action, if your I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, has been approved or a copy of your I-140, if it has not been processed
- I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status
- All required supporting documentation as listed on the forms
You may also submit the following forms:
- G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Representative (if you have a lawyer)
- I-765, Application for Employment Authorization and I-765 Signature Card, if you want to work while your application is processed
- I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed
- I-485 Supplement A, and penalty fee if applicable. See 8 CFR 245.10
- I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Excludability, if applicable
- IRS-9003, Additional Questions to be Completed by All Applicants for Permanent Residence in the United States. This form is provided as a service only. Questions about the form should be directed to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
Special Instruction:
May be filed only when a Visa Number is immediately available to you. Check the Department of State Visa Bulletin for availability
Where to File:
The Service Center that has jurisdiction over your intended place of employment.
For more information about applications based on employment, please see:
How Do I Apply for Immigrant Status Based on Employment?
Special Application Cases
To work or travel while the I-485 case is pending, please refer to:
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