What is Form I 480?
What is Form I 480?
Frequently Asked Questions about Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) and Concurrent Filing of I-140 and I-480. Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) is for petitioning U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to classify a non-resident as eligible for an employment-based immigrant visa.
What is an I-485 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 the I-485 to get approved?
8 to 14 months
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.
Who pays i-485 filing fee?
Typically the U.S. relative pays the fee for the petition. But your relative may expect you to pay for it. USCIS has a reduced fee for a child (under 14) if the application is filed with the I-485 of at least one parent.
How much is the I-485 fee?
| If You Are… | Form Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 14 and not filing with the I-485 application of at least one parent | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| Age 14–78 | $1,140 | $1,225 |
| Age 79 or older | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| Filing Form I-485 based on having been admitted to the United States as a refugee | $0 | $0 |
Is I-485 a green card?
Certain foreign nationals inside the United States use Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, to apply for a green card. “Adjustment of status” is a common term used to describe a change in U.S. immigration status to permanent residence (green card holder).
How do I know my i-485 is approved?
Go to our Case Status Online page and use your Form I-485 receipt number to look up your case status. Submit a case inquiry if you think your application is outside of our normal processing times. Call our USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283.
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.
When to file Supplement J to Form I-485?
However, you must file Supplement J if you are filing Form I-485 based on a previously filed Form I-140 or if you are requesting job portability to a new, permanent job offer under INA section 204 (j). Go to our Form I-485, Supplement J page for specific instructions on when and how to file Supplement J. Section 7611.
When does the new version of I-485 come out?
Alert: The current edition date for Form I-485 is 03/10/21. Starting April 19, 2021, we will only accept the 03/10/21 edition. Until then, you can also use the 10/15/19 edition.
What do I need to apply for immigration?
Your representative must submit Form G-28, Notice of Entry or Appearance as Attorney or Representative, with your Form I-485. Your representative may also submit Form G-28 at the time of your interview.
