Adjustment of Status (I-485)
Apply for your Green Card from within the United States. We prepare your I-485 application package with all required forms and supporting documents.
Key facts
- Form I-485 lets an eligible applicant already in the U.S. apply for a green card without leaving the country.
- Family-based cases often file the I-485 together with Form I-130 (concurrent filing).
- Work permit (I-765) and travel document (I-131) can be filed with the I-485 at no extra USCIS fee.
- Michigan applicants file at the USCIS Chicago Lockbox and interview at the Detroit Field Office.
- Government fees: I-485 $1,440 (adult); I-130 $625 paper / $675 online. Confirm current amounts on uscis.gov.
- Clear Path prepares the packet remotely for clients anywhere in the U.S.; quotes are given in writing after review.
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Common Adjustment Categories
Family-Based
Spouse, parent, or child of U.S. citizen or Green Card holder
Employment-Based
Workers with approved employment petitions
Diversity Visa
Winners of the DV lottery program
Asylum/Refugee
Approved asylees and refugees
Special Categories
VAWA, U-visa, and other special statuses
Registry
Long-term residents meeting specific criteria
Complete I-485 Package Includes
I-485 Preparation Process
Review
Assess your category and eligibility
Gather
Collect all required documents
Prepare
Complete all necessary forms
Organize
Compile supporting evidence
Submit
Provide filing instructions
Documents Typically Required
Applicant Documents
- Valid passport (all pages)
- Birth certificate with translation
- Passport-style photos
- I-94 arrival record
- Current visa or status documents
Sponsor Documents
- Proof of U.S. citizenship/LPR status
- Tax returns (3 years)
- Employment verification
- W-2s and pay stubs
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Timeline & Filing Fees
7-10
Days for document prep
12-36
Months USCIS processing
$1,440+
USCIS filing fees
* USCIS fees vary by category and change periodically. We'll provide current fee information during consultation.
Important Notice
ClearPath Document Services provides document preparation assistance only. We are not attorneys, accredited representatives, or immigration consultants. We cannot provide legal advice, represent you before USCIS, or guarantee approval. Adjustment of Status is a complex process—if you have prior immigration violations, criminal history, or complex circumstances, we strongly recommend consulting with an immigration attorney.
Related Immigration Services
Naturalization (N-400)
Apply for U.S. citizenship after getting your Green Card.
Naturalization detailsI-485 Adjustment of Status — Concurrent Filing Packet
Form I-485 lets an eligible applicant already in the U.S. apply for a green card without leaving the country. For family-based cases, we prepare it concurrently with Form I-130, plus the work permit (I-765) and travel document (I-131) that come with it. Filed at the USCIS Chicago Lockbox for Michigan residents.
What's Included
- Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) with all required medical (I-693) instructions
- Form I-130 (petition for family member) if not already approved
- Form I-765 (Employment Authorization) — filed free of charge with I-485
- Form I-131 (Advance Parole travel document) — also free with I-485
- Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support) with 3 years of tax transcript checklist
- Cover letter, exhibit index, and Chicago Lockbox mailing instructions
Michigan Filing Details
- I-485 filing fee (adult)
- $1,440
- I-130 filing fee
- $625 (paper) / $675 (online)
- I-765 / I-131
- $0 when filed with I-485
- Our preparation fee
- $799 (concurrent bundle)
- Filing location
- USCIS Chicago Lockbox
- Interview office
- Detroit Field Office
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a medical exam before filing I-485?
Since 2024, USCIS requires Form I-693 (medical) to be submitted with the I-485 or at interview. It must be signed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon (Michigan has ~140 designated civil surgeons — searchable at uscis.gov/tools/find-a-civil-surgeon).
Can I work while my I-485 is pending?
Yes, once USCIS approves the I-765 filed with your I-485 (typically 3–7 months). The Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a physical card mailed to you and is valid for 2 years, renewable if the I-485 stays pending.
Can I travel outside the U.S. while I-485 is pending?
Not without an approved Advance Parole document (I-131). Leaving the country while I-485 is pending without Advance Parole is treated as abandonment of the application. Advance Parole typically approves alongside the EAD in 3–7 months.
Clear Path Document Services is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Information is Michigan-specific and general in nature; consult a licensed attorney for legal advice about your situation.
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