5 Tips for Your Green Card Application

Life problems often come unexpectedly, requiring you to tackle them simultaneously, much like playing whack-a-mole. If you find yourself amidst a Green Card application, navigating through this chaos can be overwhelming. In this article, we address the complexities that arise when dealing with multiple life issues alongside your Green Card application. Here are five essential tips:

1. Delay Form I-485 Submission for Non-Immigrant Visa Holders:
   If you hold a non-immigrant visa like B-1, B-2, TN, or F-1, which implies “single intent,” avoid submitting Form I-485 within 90 days of arriving in the U.S. The “90-day rule” prevents issues with USCIS, as immediate Green Card application after entry may raise suspicions. Waiting for the stipulated 90 days adds credibility to your intentions.

2. Obtain Travel Permit Before Leaving During Adjustment of Status: While your Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) is pending, leaving the U.S. without an advance parole document may result in abandoning your application. Apply for Form I-131 to obtain a travel document, ensuring you can travel without jeopardizing your Green Card application.

3. Utilize Combo Card Application with Form I-485:
Applying for both Employment Authorization Document (Form I-765) and Advance Parole (Form I-131) concurrently with your Form I-485 submission provides the convenience of a Combo Card. This combines work authorization and travel permission into a single card, eliminating the need for separate applications.

4. Explore Joint Sponsorship for Insufficient Income:
If your main sponsor cannot meet the minimum income requirement during your marriage-based Green Card application, consider finding a joint sponsor. The joint sponsor, filing Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, supplements the financial documentation required, aiding in meeting the income threshold.

5. Promptly Notify USCIS of Address Changes: In the event of an address change while your Green Card application is pending, report the update to USCIS promptly. Whether online, by phone, or through mail, notifying USCIS within 10 days of changing your address ensures that your application remains on track.

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