Form I-485
Application to Register Permanent Residence
Apply for a green card (permanent resident status) while inside the United States through adjustment of status.
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About Form I-485 — Application to Register Permanent Residence
Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) is the primary form used to apply for lawful permanent residence (a green card) without leaving the United States. This process is called adjustment of status. Eligibility typically requires an approved immigrant petition (I-130 for family or I-140 for employment), an available immigrant visa number, and admissibility. The form must be filed with supporting documents including Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support), Form I-693 (Medical Exam), identity documents, and photographs. After filing, USCIS schedules a biometrics appointment and an interview. Processing times vary widely by visa category and USCIS service center.
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