How do I apply for an adjustment of status?

An adjustment of status is a special process that allows certain individuals to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, also known as a green card holder. In Washington, any foreign national that is the spouse of a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident may be eligible to apply for an adjustment of status. The first step in applying for an adjustment of status is to gather the necessary documents. This includes birth certificates, marriage certificates, medical examination records, passport photographs, and other supporting documents. After gathering the documents, you must file Form I-130, which is a petition to classify an alien relative as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen. The next step is to file Form I-485, which is an application to register permanent residence. The third step in the process is to attend a biometrics appointment. During this appointment, the applicant will submit their fingerprints, photograph, and signature. Once this appointment is complete, the individual must complete an interview with an immigration official. During the interview, the immigration official will ask questions about the applicant’s background to verify their eligibility for an adjustment of status. Once the interview is complete, the applicant will be notified of their status. If approved, the individual can then move forward with the process of obtaining a green card.

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Para aplicar para un cambio de estatus en Washington, tendrás que completar un Formulario I-485 para Ajuste de Estatus, junto con los documentos y la tarifa apropiados. El Formulario I-485 está diseñado para los extranjeros que están en Estados Unidos y solicitan un cambio de estatus legal para obtener un permiso de trabajo. Los formularios y documentos adicionales pueden incluir los Formulario G-325A (si tiene 14 años o más) y/o Formulario G-325B (si tiene menos de 14 años). Además, debes incluir una fotografía tamaño pasaporte de cada solicitante, una copia firmada del Formulario I-864 (Declaración Jurada de Apoyo Económico) y cualquier otro documento necesario para demostrar que calificas para el cambio de estatus. Una vez que hayas reunido toda la información y los documentos necesarios para tu solicitud, debes enviar el paquete completo al Centro de Servicio de Ajuste de Estatus ubicado en Seattle, Washington. La USCIS evaluará tu solicitud, junto con tu declaración jurada de apoyo financiero y pruebas de identidad. Si se aprueba tu solicitud, recibirás una tarjeta verde que certifica tu estatus legal de residente permanente.

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