I-485a Ins Toc

TABLE OF CHANGES – INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions for Supplement A to Form I-485, Adjustment of Status Under Section 245(i)

OMB Number: 1615-0023

08/11/2020

Reason for Revision:  Fee Rule, using approved edition before Public Charge version as the baseline for “Current Text” column.

Project Phase: Final Rule.

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Expires 07/31/2021

Edition Date 07/15/2019

Current Page Number and Section	Current Text	Proposed Text
Page 1, Who May File to Adjust Status Under INA Section 245(i) Using Supplement A?	[Page 1] Who May File to Adjust Status Under INA Section 245(i) Using Supplement A? … 2. You previously filed your form I-485 and it remains pending.	[Page 1] Who May File to Adjust Status Under INA Section 245(i) Using Supplement A? … 2. You previously filed your form I-485 and it remains pending. NOTE: You may not file Supplement A after your Form I-485 has been adjudicated, including at the time of naturalization. …
Page 6-8, General Instructions	[Page 7] … 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. The certification must include the translator’s signature. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recommends the certification contain the translator’s printed name and the date and the translator’s contact information. [New] …	[Page 7] … 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. The certification must include the translator’s signature. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recommends the certification contain the translator’s printed name and the date and the translator’s contact information. Delivery Information.  If your application is approved, your ensuing document (Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document, or 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 either the US Postal Service Form 3801 and submit it to your local Post Office or Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, if you would like your attorney or accredited representative to receive the document. …
Page 8-9, What Is the Filing Fee?	[Page 8] What Is the Filing Fee? The filing fee for Supplement A is $1,000. USCIS cannot waive the filing fee. You may file Supplement A and its $1,000 filing fee together with Form I-485 and its applicable fees. If you previously filed Form I-485 and it remains pending, attach a copy of your filing receipt and pay only the $1,000 Supplement A filing fee. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this supplement. DO NOT MAIL CASH. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. You do NOT need to pay the Supplement A $1,000 filing fee if at the time of filing you are: 1. Under 17 years of age; or 2. The spouse or child (unmarried and under 21 years of age) of a legalized alien, and have attached a copy of a USCIS receipt or approval notice for a properly filed Form I-817, Application for Family Unity Benefits. … 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 USCIS cannot complete the EFT because of insufficient funds, we may try to make the transfer two additional times. [New] [Page 9] How to Check If the Fees Are Correct …	[Page 8] What Is the Filing Fee? The filing fee for Supplement A is $1,000. USCIS cannot waive the filing fee. You may file Supplement A and its $1,000 filing fee together with Form I-485 and its applicable fees. If you previously filed Form I-485 and it remains pending, attach a copy of your filing receipt and pay only the $1,000 Supplement A filing fee. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this supplement. DO NOT MAIL CASH. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. You do NOT need to pay the Supplement A $1,000 filing fee if at the time of filing you are: 1. An unmarried child less than 17 years of age; or 2. The spouse or the unmarried child less than 21 years of age of a legalized alien, and have attached a copy of a USCIS receipt or approval notice for a properly filed Form I-817, Application for Family Unity Benefits. … 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 form. Payments by Credit Card If you are filing your application at a USCIS Lockbox facility, you can pay your filing fee using a credit card. Please see G-1450, Authorization for Credit Card Transactions, at www.uscis.gov/g-1450 for more information. [Page 9] How to Check If the Fees Are Correct …
Page 11, DHS Privacy Notice	[Page 11] … DISCLOSURE: The information you provide is voluntary. However, failure to provide the requested information, including your Social Security number (if applicable), and any requested evidence, may delay a final decision in your case or result in denial of your application. …	[Page 11] … DISCLOSURE: The information you provide is voluntary. However, failure to provide the requested information, including your Social Security number (if applicable), and any requested evidence, may delay a final decision or result in a rejection or denial of your application. …

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