I-698 Instructions Table of Changes

TABLE OF CHANGES – INSTRUCTIONS

Form I-698, Application to Adjust Status From Temporary to Permanent Resident (Under Section 245A of the INA)

OMB Number: 1615-0035

06/08/2020

Reason for Revision: Fee Rule

Project Phase: Post G-1056

Please note – all instances of “if any” and “if applicable” have been remove from Instructions for Form I-698.

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Expires 04/30/2021

Edition Date 4/28/2019

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Pages 2-4, General Instructions	[Page 2] … Filling Fee. Each application must be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee and biometric services fee.  (See the What Is the Filing Fee section of these Instructions.) … Translations. If you submit a document with information in a foreign language, you must also submit a full English translation. The translator must sign a certification that the English language translation is complete and accurate, and that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English. [New] … [Page 3] 2. If you need extra space to complete any item within this application, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper; type or print your name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. … [Page 4] 8. Part 8. Additional Information. If you need extra space to provide any additional information within this application, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper. If you need more space than what is provided in Part 8., you may make copies of Part 8. to complete and file with your application or attach a separate sheet of paper. Include your name and A-Number (if any) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. …	[Page 2] … Filing Fee. Each application must be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee.  (See the What Is the Filing Fee section of these Instructions.) … Translations. If you submit a document with information in a foreign language, you must also submit a full English translation. The translator must sign a certification that the English language translation is complete and accurate, and that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English. Delivery Information. If your application is approved, your ensuing secure identity document (for example: Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document, Travel Document) may be delivered using the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) Signature Confirmation Restricted Delivery (SCRD) service. If SCRD is used for delivery, you will be required to sign for delivery of your document. You must provide identification as requested by USPS. If you are not able to sign for your document, you may designate an agent to sign on your behalf. To do this you must complete the US Postal Service Form 3801 and submit it to your local Post Office. Alternatively, if you would like your attorney or accredited representative to receive the document, please ensure that a Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, has been filed with USCIS. … [Page 3] 2. If you need extra space to complete any item within this application, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper; type or print your name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. … [Page 4] 8. Part 8. Additional Information. If you need extra space to provide any additional information within this application, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper. If you need more space than what is provided in Part 8., you may make copies of Part 8. to complete and file with your application or attach a separate sheet of paper. Include your name and A-Number at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. …
Page 5, What Is the Filing Fee?	[Page 5] … The filing fee for Form I-698 is $1,670, regardless of when it is filed. A biometric services fee of $85 is also required for applicants between 14 and 79 years of age. NOTE: The filing fee and biometric services fee are not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this application. DO NOT MAIL CASH. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. Use the following guidelines when you prepare your checks or money orders for the Form I-698 filing fee and biometric services fee: … 2.   Make the checks or money orders payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security. … You will not receive your original check back. We will destroy your original check, but will keep a copy of it. If USCIS cannot process the EFT for technical reasons, you authorize us to process the copy in place of your original check. If your check is returned as unpayable, USCIS will re-submit the payment to the financial institution one time.  If the check is returned as unpayable a second time, we will reject your application and charge you a returned check fee. How To Check If The Fees Are Correct Form I-698’s filing fee and biometric services fee are current as of edition date in the lower left corner of this page. However, because USCIS fees change periodically, you can verify that the fees are correct by following one of the steps below. …	[Page 5] … The filing fee for Form I-698 is $1,615, regardless of when it is filed. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this application. DO NOT MAIL CASH. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. Use the following guidelines when you prepare your check or money order for the Form I-698 filing fee: … 2.   Make the check or money order payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security. … You will not receive your original check back.  We will destroy your original check, but will keep a copy of it.  If USCIS cannot process the EFT for technical reasons, you authorize us to process the copy in place of your original check.  If your check is returned as unpayable, we may reject your application. How To Check If The Fees Are Correct Form I-698’s filing fee is current as of edition date in the lower left corner of this page. However, because USCIS fees change periodically, you can verify that the fees are correct by following one of the steps below. …
Page 6, Processing Information	[Page 6] … If your Form I-698 is not signed or accompanied by the correct fees, USCIS will reject it with a notice that your Form I-698 is deficient. You may correct the deficiency and resubmit your Form I-698. An application is not considered properly filed until accepted by USCIS. …	[Page 6] … If your Form I-698 is not signed or accompanied by the correct fee, USCIS will reject it with a notice that your Form I-698 is deficient. You may correct the deficiency and resubmit your Form I-698. An application is not considered properly filed until accepted by USCIS. …
Pages 6-7, Individuals With Disabilities and/or Impairments	[Page 7] … If you believe that you need USCIS to accommodate your disabilities and/or impairments, select “Yes” and then any applicable box in Item Number 1. of Part 4. that describes the nature of your disabilities and/or impairments. Also, describe the types of accommodations you are requesting on the lines provided. If you are requesting a sign-language interpreter, indicate for which language. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper; type or print your name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. …	[Page 7] … If you believe that you need USCIS to accommodate your disabilities and/or impairments, select “Yes” and then any applicable box in Item Number 1. of Part 4. that describes the nature of your disabilities and/or impairments. Also, describe the types of accommodations you are requesting on the lines provided. If you are requesting a sign-language interpreter, indicate for which language. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 8. Additional Information or attach a separate sheet of paper; type or print your name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet. …

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