Green Card Application Preparation

What this form is used for

Form I-485 is filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) by a person who is physically present in the United States and is asking to become a lawful permanent resident without leaving the country. This process is called adjustment of status.

Who may generally use this form

• People who are already in the United States and believe they may qualify to adjust status
• Certain family members of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents with an approved or pending petition
• Individuals covered by specific humanitarian programs or other categories described in the USCIS form instructions
• Eligibility always depends on your individual facts, so a licensed immigration attorney or DOJ-accredited representative should review your case

Documents commonly requested

• Government-issued photo identification and passport-style photographs
• Birth certificate, plus marriage or divorce records if they apply to you
• Copies of passport pages, visas, and entry or parole records such as Form I-94
• The underlying petition or approval notice, if one exists
• Financial documents requested by the form instructions, such as an Affidavit of Support
• Medical examination results (Form I-693) when USCIS requires them
• Any earlier immigration filings, notices, or court documents you already have

How our document preparation works

1. 1Start with a phone, WhatsApp, or in-person consultation so we understand what paperwork you need
2. 2We give you a personalized checklist of the documents to gather
3. 3You provide the information and documents, and we type and format the answers onto the forms
4. 4We review the completed package with you for accuracy and consistency
5. 5You sign and file with USCIS, or we help you prepare the package for mailing or online filing

How the USCIS process generally works