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zafi   13

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what is the purpose of I-485?at what stage one should send I-485 to uscis?I just filed I-130 for my parents 2 weeks ago and one of my friend suggested me that I should submit I-485 along with 1-130 receipts to uscis but it made me slightly confused can anyone explain it to me?can anyone explain it me all the steps after I-130 upto getting physical green card in US and the cost?I apologize if these questions were being asked earlier

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Where are your parents?  The I-485 is only for applicants already inside the US.

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   41,981

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2 minutes ago, zafi said:

They are in pakistan.do I need to file I-485 for them after their arrival in the USA?

No.  The I-485 does not apply at all in their cases.  Stop taking immigration advice from that friend.   He/she is giving you inaccurate information.

Edited by Lucky Cat

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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zafi   13

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I hope filing I-130 is the correct step is that right?what are the next steps involved after filing I-130?what are the total expenses involved can you please explain it to me?I apologize for any kind of inconvenience 

Crazy Cat Grand Master

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From a recent post by our distinguished member, @pushbrk, these are the fees per person.

1.  Fee to USCIS is $535

2.  Two fees to NVC $325 and $120

3.  Medical exam fee varies by country.

4.  $220 to USCIS, AFTER the visa is in hand.  

 

Edited by Lucky Cat

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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18 hours ago, zafi said:

They are in pakistan.do I need to file I-485 for them after their arrival in the USA?

No.   If they receive their immigrant visas, it won’t be for another couple of years.   

Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   41,981

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9 minutes ago, zafi said:

How long is it gonna take according to you for them to receive Immigrant visa?We might not need to file I-485 for them isn't it?

Possibly about 2 years.  It could be a little less.  I-485s are never used for people who get immigrant visas.

 

I-485s are used to adjust from one status to Legal Resident.  When your parents arrive in the US with their immigrant visas, they will automatically become Legal Residents.  There will be no need for an I-485.

Edited by Lucky Cat

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

Chancy Grand Master

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3 hours ago, zafi said:

approximate processing timeline between USCIS,NVC and Islamabad embassy?

 

USCIS -- https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

NVC -- https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/nvc-timeframes.html

 

As for the wait time at Islamabad, check the updates from others who are going through that embassy --

 

 

 
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