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Instructions for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

Official USCIS instructions for Form I-485, used by individuals in the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status (Green Card).

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Summary: These instructions provide guidance on eligibility, filing requirements, and the application process for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

Form I-485 is the official application for individuals physically present in the United States to adjust their status to that of a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder). These instructions detail eligibility criteria, including specific categories for family-based, employment-based, special immigrants, and victims of trafficking or crime. The document outlines the filing process, including requirements for biometrics, evidence submission, translation standards, and the use of the USCIS online portal versus mail-in options. It also addresses grounds of inadmissibility, the role of the Affidavit of Support, and specific procedures for derivative applicants.

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1. What Is the Purpose of Form I-485? 2. Who May File Form I-485? 3. Who May Not Be Eligible to Adjust Status? 4. When Should I File Form I-485? 5. General Instructions (Signature, Filing Fee, Evidence, Biometrics) 6. How To Complete Form I-485 7. Additional Instructions for Specific Categories (Family-Based, Employment-Based, Special Immigrants, Trafficking/Crime Victims, Asylees/Refugees) 8. Privacy Act Statements and Penalties

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