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Petition Approved: How to Prepare for the I-485 Green Card Application

I-485 Adjustment of Status Checklist: Complete document checklist for your adjustment of status application. Don't miss any required documents.

Official USCIS I-485 Information

Get the latest forms, filing fees, and official instructions directly from USCIS.

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Required Forms

G-1450: Credit Card Payment Authorization

Authorize USCIS to charge filing fees to your credit card.

Complete all payment information accurately

I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence

Main adjustment of status application form.

Complete all applicable sections
Sign and date the form

I-765: Employment Authorization Document (Optional)

Apply for work authorization while I-485 is pending.

File concurrently with I-485 for faster processing
Official USCIS I-765 Page

I-131: Application for Travel Document (Optional)

Apply for advance parole to travel while I-485 is pending.

File concurrently with I-485 for faster processing
Official USCIS I-131 Page

Required Documents

Identity Documents

Valid Passport

Copy of biographical pages

U.S. Visa

Copy of current/most recent visa

I-94 Arrival/Departure Record

Print from CBP website

Status Documents

I-20 Forms

All current and prior I-20s (if applicable)

DS-2019 Forms

All J-1 exchange visitor records (if applicable)

USCIS Approval Notices

H-1B, L-1, O-1, etc. approvals and extensions

Petition Documents

I-140 Approval Notice

If already approved

I-140 Receipt Notice

If filing concurrently or still pending

Financial Documents

W-2 Forms

If you have worked in the U.S.

U.S. Tax Returns

If you have filed U.S. taxes

Civil Documents

Korean Document Requirements

All Korean civil documents must be the "Detailed version" including Resident Registration Number.

Basic Certificate

Korean Detailed version
Include Resident Registration Number
Translation required

Family Certificate

Korean Detailed version
Include Resident Registration Number
Translation required

Marriage Certificate

Required even if unmarried (age 18+)
Both spouses need separate certificates
Korean Detailed version

Translation & Notarization

All non-English documents require certified translation and notarization.

Service Available: Translation + notarization for $15 per document at our office. Payment accepted by card, credit card, or Zelle.

Additional Requirements

Passport Photos

2 passport photos per applicant
Original photos preferred
Must meet USCIS photo requirements

Medical Examination

USCIS civil surgeon only
Results must remain sealed
7-10 days processing time
Cost: $300-$500 (paid to hospital)

Criminal Records

Important Notice

Submit ALL criminal records, even old or dismissed cases. Include complete details and documentation.

Court records for any arrests or charges
Disposition documents showing case outcome
Police certificates if required

Family Members

Critical Requirements

  • • Children must be under 21 and unmarried
  • • Check birthdays carefully to avoid age-out
  • • Each dependent files separate I-485, I-765, I-131

Spouse Documents

All documents listed above
Separate I-485 application
Marriage certificate

Children Documents

Birth certificates
Separate I-485 for each child
Age verification documents

Drop-off Appointment Requirements

What to Bring

Required Items

Sealed medical examination
6 passport photos
Civil documents (Korean detailed version)

Services Available

Translation + notarization ($15/doc)
Payment: Card/Credit Card/Zelle

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