Confused about AOS/EAD

[BranAllecx 0]

Hey guys!

Need answers about the stuff below to help me with my confusion. I'm about to file for my AOS and EAD.

1. From what I've read on here, filling fees for AOS is $1,010 while EAD is $ 340. So does my husband have to write two checks/separate fees? I'm filing AOS and EAD at the same time.

2. Though it's commonsense, I've saw that you can E-file for EAD that has a faster processing timeline but no E-file option for AOS. Will it be possible to electronically file for EAD while snail mail AOS at the same time?

3. Is there sample of a Cover Letter online for AOS package that I can get an idea on what should be stipulated on there?

Thanks for any of your help

God bless to all!

[Otto 83]

1. From what I've read on here, filling fees for AOS is $1,010 while EAD is $ 340. So does my husband have to write two checks/separate fees? I'm filing AOS and EAD at the same time.If filing for EAD at same time (or after) AOS, the $1010 fee is all you'll pay. The $340 EAD fee really doesn't apply (there are circumstances/visas where you might go this route, but doing AOS from a K-visa you'll only need to pay the $1010.

2. Though it's commonsense, I've saw that you can E-file for EAD that has a faster processing timeline but no E-file option for AOS. Will it be possible to electronically file for EAD while snail mail AOS at the same time? No

3. Is there sample of a Cover Letter online for AOS package that I can get an idea on what should be stipulated on there? Not really - a cover letter is really just a courtesy and isn't a requirement.

[Minya's wife 25]

Hey guys!

Need answers about the stuff below to help me with my confusion. I'm about to file for my AOS and EAD.

1. From what I've read on here, filling fees for AOS is $1,010 while EAD is $ 340. So does my husband have to write two checks/separate fees? I'm filing AOS and EAD at the same time.

The $1010 AOS fee covers the EAD if it is file concurrently. Write one check for one fee.

2. Though it's commonsense, I've saw that you can E-file for EAD that has a faster processing timeline but no E-file option for AOS. Will it be possible to electronically file for EAD while snail mail AOS at the same time?

If you're applying for EAD with your AOS, it must be sent in the same package, together. E-filing is not an option for you....and with EAD typically being approved w/in 90 days, I'm not sure how much quicker electronic processing can be anyways.

3. Is there sample of a Cover Letter online for AOS package that I can get an idea on what should be stipulated on there? The cover letter is just something standard listing the contets of your package. Think of it sort of like a table of contents, and structure it as such.

Thanks for any of your help

God bless to all!

[BranAllecx 0]

Thanks a lot your replies are very helpful and informative indeed

[BranAllecx 0]

Even though it's not required but we're preparing a cover letter of the AOS package as a courtesy so who should be the best to sign for this, my husband or me?

1. From what I've read on here, filling fees for AOS is $1,010 while EAD is $ 340. So does my husband have to write two checks/separate fees? I'm filing AOS and EAD at the same time.If filing for EAD at same time (or after) AOS, the $1010 fee is all you'll pay. The $340 EAD fee really doesn't apply (there are circumstances/visas where you might go this route, but doing AOS from a K-visa you'll only need to pay the $1010.

2. Though it's commonsense, I've saw that you can E-file for EAD that has a faster processing timeline but no E-file option for AOS. Will it be possible to electronically file for EAD while snail mail AOS at the same time? No

3. Is there sample of a Cover Letter online for AOS package that I can get an idea on what should be stipulated on there? Not really - a cover letter is really just a courtesy and isn't a requirement.

[shawndoc 0]

AOS is submitted by the foreign spouse, so the cover letter should come from them.

[Cacerez 19]

This is the cover letter we used, as a guide:

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

Non US Citizen: name

US Citizen: name

Address: our address

Purpose: Immediate Relative (Spouse) Family Based Adjustment of Status Application

To Whom It May Concern;

Please find enclosed:

I-485 Adjustment of Status

1. Personal Check #1220 ($1,010.00)

2. I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

3. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Passport Biographical Page

4. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s K-1 Visa from Passport

5. Copy of I-94, front and back

6. Copy of I-797 Notice of Action Approval Notice, I-129F Petition

7. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Birth Certificate

8. Translation of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Birth Certificate with Translator Certification

9. Certified Copy of Marriage License

10. G-325A Biographical Data of Non-US Citizen Spouse (4 pages)

11. Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

12. DS-3025 Vaccination Documentation Worksheet

13. I-864 Affidavit of Support

a. IRS Tax Transcripts 2006

b. IRS Tax Transcripts 2007

c. IRS Tax Transcripts 2008

d. Copies of 1040, W-2, 1099-INT, 1098-E for 2008

e. Letter from Employer confirming present employment

f. Letter from Employer confirming continued employment

g. Copies of paystubs Jan, Feb, Mar, May 2009

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization

Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

I-131 Application for Travel Document

1. Form I-131 Supplement, Part 7

2. Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

Regards,

his name & your name

We both signed it, since the AOS comes from him (foreign) but the Affidavit of Support from me (citizen) so we put both names just to be safe. Just mailed off everything today - hope it gets there ok!

[BranAllecx 0]

This is perfect Thanks a bunch!

This is the cover letter we used, as a guide:

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

Non US Citizen: name

US Citizen: name

Address: our address

Purpose: Immediate Relative (Spouse) Family Based Adjustment of Status Application

To Whom It May Concern;

Please find enclosed:

I-485 Adjustment of Status

1. Personal Check #1220 ($1,010.00)

2. I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

3. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Passport Biographical Page

4. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s K-1 Visa from Passport

5. Copy of I-94, front and back

6. Copy of I-797 Notice of Action Approval Notice, I-129F Petition

7. Copy of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Birth Certificate

8. Translation of Non-US Citizen Spouse’s Birth Certificate with Translator Certification

9. Certified Copy of Marriage License

10. G-325A Biographical Data of Non-US Citizen Spouse (4 pages)

11. Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

12. DS-3025 Vaccination Documentation Worksheet

13. I-864 Affidavit of Support

a. IRS Tax Transcripts 2006

b. IRS Tax Transcripts 2007

c. IRS Tax Transcripts 2008

d. Copies of 1040, W-2, 1099-INT, 1098-E for 2008

e. Letter from Employer confirming present employment

f. Letter from Employer confirming continued employment

g. Copies of paystubs Jan, Feb, Mar, May 2009

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization

Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

I-131 Application for Travel Document

1. Form I-131 Supplement, Part 7

2. Passport Photos of Non-US Citizen Spouse (2 photos)

Regards,

his name & your name

We both signed it, since the AOS comes from him (foreign) but the Affidavit of Support from me (citizen) so we put both names just to be safe. Just mailed off everything today - hope it gets there ok!

[chadherm 0]

hey guys i am preparing also for my AOS. I am confused aboutI-131 part 7. Do i need to make a separate letter even though i have no date yet to travel?