Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence 2026

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I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. Use this form to apply for lawful permanent resident status if you are in the United States.
Key Difference: I-130 is about proving the relationship. I-485 is about changing immigration status to become a green card holder. I-485 is typically filed after or along with I-130 if the relative is already in the U.S. and eligible for adjustment of status.
2-3 weeks: USCIS mails you a receipt notice acknowledging acceptance of your application. 1.5-2 months: USCIS mails you a biometrics appointment which you must attend. 8-12 months: USCIS approves your EAD (Employment Authorization Document) and Advance Parole (if you filed Forms I-765 and I-131)
What Is the Purpose of Form I-485? Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is for a person in the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status (often referred to as a Green Card).
The processing time for Form I-485 for family-based applications is currently 9.3 months (Boundless updates these figures monthly, based on analysis of USCIS data). Processing times for Form I-485 vary depending on your category of adjustment and which USCIS field office is processing the application.

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