Generally speaking, the following documents are needed for an 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, form I-693 and supplement (sealed and signed by the USCIS certified physicians);
• 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 (if applicable);
• Marriage certificate or birth certificate (if applicable);
• Filing Fee: $1,070 ($985 for child under 14 years old if not filed with the I-485 application of at least one parent, $635 if filed with the I-485 application of at least one parent);

(Updated 10/10/2012 by AD)

For more information on how to apply for an 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 (AOS)?
• Benefits of Applying for an Adjustment of Status
• Where should you file an Adjustment of Status Application?
• Documents Needed for an Adjustment of Status Application
• Information needed for Adjustment of Status
• Medical Examination and Designated Civil Surgeons
• 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"
• Frequently Asked Questions: “Public Charge”
• Maintaining Legal Permanent Resident Status
• Memo: Be Aware of Abandonment of COS and AOS Applications
• Background and Security Checks
• Making a Freedom of Information and Privacy Act Request
• Writ of Mandamus
• The Definition of a Child according to U.S. Immigration Law
• Frequently Asked Questions about Adjustment of Status
• Attorner’s Fees for for Adjustment of Status
• Services that We Provide
• Age Out in Adjustment of Status