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Is the I-485 interview the last step in the application process?
In fact, there’s reason to get excited. The I-485 interview is likely the last step in your application process. If all goes well, you’ll be a permanent resident (green card holder) at the end of the interview. Interviews are a standard part of the process after filing Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status.
Which I-485 cases can I waive my interinterviews?
Interviews can be waived for the following employment-based I-485 cases: You are still employed by the petitioner who submitted the approved employment-based visa petition You were approved as an alien of extraordinary ability or alien of exceptional ability and you are otherwise qualified for a green card
Should I Be Afraid of the I-485 interview?
Normally, the interview is nothing to be afraid of if your case is an honest case and you do qualify, but it can be somewhat of an inconvenience. The I-485 interview can be waived in the following situations:
Is there a fee for I-485 adjustment of status?
If you file Form I-485 to adjust your status as a permanent resident, no additional fee is required to also file an application for employment authorization on Form I-765 and/or advance parole on Form I-131. What is the processing procedure for I-485? Initial processing of the application takes place at a USCIS Lockbox Facility or a service center.
Do you have to go to an I-485 interview for marriage?
For family-based I-485 applications, USCIS generally requires both the applicant and petitioner to attend the I-485 interview. They will make a decision to waive the interview on a case-by-case basis. You can’t request USCIS to waive the interview, and you should always expect one for marriage-based applications.
When to file Form I-485 for foreign national?
All I-485 applications are filed when I-140 is concurrently-filed, pending, or approved. Note that the foreign national must file I-485 prior to the expiration of Form I-94. What is the filing fee of I-485?