May 2022 - AOS Filers

[Sarge2155 4,568]

Hello May 2022 AOS filers another month another round of AOS submissions,  Please be aware that this checklist is NOT all inclusive and you must consult the USCIS website to crosscheck this checklist against/with. The AOS process has been confusing since the pandemic hit, not to mention the added politics. So please I want to stress that you only use this check sheet as a starting point and guide if you will. The USCIS site will be the final guide. Please ensure that you check your forms for the correct versions and editions because if you use the wrong forms USCIS will reject your application and send it back to you. This is easily checked on the USCIS website prior to downloading your forms. You should also ONLY download your forms from the USCIS website.  The current and correct fees can also be ascertained from the USCIS website   

 

 

AOS Checklist

• Cover Letter listing Table of Contents
• Check Payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security - $1,225.00 (this includes the Bio-metrics fee) 

 

Form I-485 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)

• Form G-1145  
• Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page 
• Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp 
• Copy of NOA2 Approval letter (from K1 process) 
• I-94 
• Copy of beneficiary's Birth Certificate 
• translation of birth certificate (if needed)
• Certified copy of Marriage License or Certificate
• Passport Photos (2) name written on the back 
• Copy of DS-3025   

 

Form I-864 (completed and signed by USC) (goes with form I-485)

• Proof of USC's citizenship (copy of birth certificate, copy of passport bio page, or other)
•  Current tax year 2021 and (optional 2020 , 2019) Tax Return (with W-2) or Transcripts (transcripts are better if you can get them)
• Employment Verification letter (updated one - not the one used during K1 process) 
• Pay stubs (last 3 months)   

 

Form I-765 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)

• Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page 
• Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp 
• I-94 
• Passport Photos (2) name written on the back 
• Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process)
• Be sure to use the correct filing code of (c)(9) if this code applies to you. The I-765 instructions explains all the codes in detail. If you are filing under a different code (other than (c)(9) the fee for your AOS will not be correct and USCIS will reject your entire packet.

 

Form I-131 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)

• Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page 
• Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp 
• I-94 
• Passport Photos (2) name written on the back 
• Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process    

 

Be sure to double check for the current fees as fees do sometimes increase and they can change on a dime so please check. Additionally, check the forms as listed above i.e., current version and or edition date, there have been many changes to various forms. Consider sending tax transcripts instead of the 1040, and W2's. Also consider preparing a cover letter for each form in addition to the main cover letter. 

Make sure you send long form birth certificates and not the short form.  Hope this helps in your preparation of your AOS. When in doubt ask questions.

 

Please consider filing the I-131 and the I-765 even if you don't think you'll need them right now. You never know what changes your life will have on down the road, so I recommend you file these two forms from the start. There is no extra charge to file them with your AOS and it's better to submit them all at once.  There has been much confusion coming out of USCIS, partly due to Covid-19 and partly self-inflicted. This confusion filters on down to the people filing for AOS. The above listing is subject to change at a moment’s notice so please check, recheck and check again BEFORE you send off your packet for any last-minute changes.

 

 

Congratulations on a successful submission of your AOS packet!

[thekevkev 32]

Turned in my AOS package May 3rd and received the confirmation via SMS on May 12th. 

Somehow my case number is in an IEO format, cant really add my case to my USCIS account. In order to add these

case numbers I need an access code, anybody knows if thats normal?

 

Like the way how the case number begins and in order to add to have an access code?

 

[swiss-miss 55]

2 minutes ago, thekevkev said:

Turned in my AOS package May 3rd and received the confirmation via SMS on May 12th. 

Somehow my case number is in an IEO format, cant really add my case to my USCIS account. In order to add these

case numbers I need an access code, anybody knows if thats normal?

 

Like the way how the case number begins and in order to add to have an access code?

 

you will get 4 letters (or maybe 3, can't remember) in the mail (if you applied for i-131, i-485 & i-765) and in one of those letters you will get the access code and instructions

[thekevkev 32]

1 minute ago, swiss-miss said:

you will get 4 letters (or maybe 3, can't remember) in the mail (if you applied for i-131, i-485 & i-765) and in one of those letters you will get the access code and instructions

Alright awesome :). Danke ❤️

[AD1 58]

Hello, I am sending all 4 forms in one package (forms I-485, I-864, I-765 & I-13).

 

I am sending one check $1,225 for all these 4 forms, the applicant is 33 years old, Will this fee cover all these 4 forms? 

 

Thanks

[AD1 58]

Also I am reading some of the people (we were k1 visa) also sending prove of relationship photos etc. Is this required with these forms? Thanks

Edited May 14, 2022 by AD1

[thekevkev 32]

Just now, AD1 said:

Also I am reading some of the people (we were k1 visa) also sending prove of relationship photos etc. Is this required with these forms? Thanks

$1225 check is fine or paying by card whatever you prefer (I think you need the credit card/debit card authorization form for that if you pay by card)

We also included wedding photos for proof for the I-485, guess a few not a lot actually. 

[Reikan 14]

So it begins. I really missed filing forms with the government, at least I had my taxes to tide me over between our K1 and this AOS!

 

Mailed: 5/3

Texts Received: 5/16 (CC also charged)

 

Took quite a long time at the Chicago lockbox. Also our tracking number never updated it still says it is just “Available for pickup”. I mention this only to calm anyone else that has the same thing happen. 

[Amanda&David 33]

Hi all, just joining the thread  

 

Mailed: 05/13

Lockbox Received: 05/17

Texts Received: 05/19

 

Sending all the good vibes and hopes for a speedy process (as much as possible) for everyone!

[Sarge2155 4,568]

5 hours ago, Amanda&David said:

Hi all, just joining the thread  

 

Mailed: 05/13

Lockbox Received: 05/17

Texts Received: 05/19

 

Sending all the good vibes and hopes for a speedy process (as much as possible) for everyone!

Welcome to the thread!

[Oti&Dum 7]

Hi guys! So I am trying to send my application this weekend but I have some questions, maybe you guys can help me out! So the payment needs to be done as a check that I can send at the same time with my forms, right? And I've read about biometrics appointment, do I need to do that or the USCIS will send me the instructions for that appointment? 

[Sarge2155 4,568]

4 hours ago, Oti&Dum said:

Hi guys! So I am trying to send my application this weekend but I have some questions, maybe you guys can help me out! So the payment needs to be done as a check that I can send at the same time with my forms, right? And I've read about biometrics appointment, do I need to do that or the USCIS will send me the instructions for that appointment? 

Yes send one payment with your application. USCIS will handle the biometrics. It does not have to be a check it can be credit card money order etc. To use credit there is a special  authorization form you need to enclose with your application.

Edited May 20, 2022 by Sarge2155

[Cocos123 5]

Hello,

May 5 - Application received at PO BOX

May 17 - I received mesages (2)

May 19 - check cashed.

 

We have sent one package for one family: my wife and my child. I filled two separate I-130 forms. My wife and my child (2 years old) filled two separate  I-485 forms, two separate I-131 forms, two separate I-864 forms, one I-765 form (my wife). 

 

I've got only two messages from USCIS. Now waiting for mail. Is it ok to get only 2 messages? I see that others usually get more than 2 messages.

 

Thanks!

[Reikan 14]

May 20th the case updated to “Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled”. So hopefully that is a good sign that the letter for it comes in the mail soon and it gets wrapped up fast! 

[Sarge2155 4,568]

2 hours ago, Reikan said:

May 20th the case updated to “Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled”. So hopefully that is a good sign that the letter for it comes in the mail soon and it gets wrapped up fast! 

Yes let's  hope so!