Documents needed for Adjustment of Status

Generally speaking, the following documents are needed for the adjustment of status application. Since each individual case varies, please consult with an experienced immigration attorney about what documents are specifically needed for your case, or please click here.

• Two recent identical color photos;
• Medical exam report I-693 and supplement (sealed);
• Evidence of financial support:
  -- Employment verification letter from your employer;
  -- W-2 forms for past three years;
  -- Tax return forms for past three years; and
  -- Copy of latest paycheck.
• If you do not have a job or sufficient funds, your sponsor must submit the documents listed in item 3;
• Copy of approval/receipt notice for the immigration petition that adjustment of status is based upon, where applicable (however, this is not required if the Adjustment of Status is filed concurrently with the immigration petition);
• Copy of passport and visas;
• Copy of I-94;
• Copy of I-797, I-20, IAP-66, where applicable;
• Marriage certificate or birth certificate, where applicable;
• Filing Fee: $1,070 ($635 for child under 14 years old); Fingerprint Fee: $70. Please double check the latest fees on the USCIS website)

For other information on Adjustment of Status, please click on one of the following topics below:

• What is Adjustment of Status?
• Who is eligible to file an Adjustment of Status application?
• Benefits of applying for Adjustment of Status
• Where should the application for Adjustment of Status be filed?
• Documents are needed for Adjustment of Status
• Information needed for Adjustment of Status
• Medical Examination and Designated Civil Surgeons
• Age Out in Adjustment of Status
• H-1B Status in I-485 Pending Period
• Visa Waiver Program in Adjustment of Status
• Receipt of Certain Public Benefits will NOT Render Alien a "Public Charge"
• FAQs on Public Charge
• Maintaining Legal Permanent Resident Status
• Memo: Be Aware of Abandonment of COS and AOS Applications
• Frequently Asked Questions about Adjustment of Status
• Attorner’s Fees for for Adjustment of Status
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