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Is the Form I-131 Travel Document Fee Included with I-485 Payment?
USCIS changed fee payments on April 1, 2024. Applicants filing Form I-485 must now pay separately for Forms I-131 and…
Who Do I Make My I-485 Payment Check Payable To?
Applicants submitting Form I-485 must pay filing fees by personal check correctly made out to 'U.S. Department of Homeland Security.'…
After Marriage Green Card Interview: What Happens Next and Delivery Timing
Following a successful 2026 marriage green card interview, physical card delivery usually occurs within 2–4 weeks. Factors like office backlogs…
Which Stage of the Marriage Green Card Timeline Does I-130 Cover?
Filing the I-130 petition starts the marriage green card process. Processing times vary from 14 to 35 months. Approval is…
Fear Drives Green Card and Visa Holders to Alter Travel Plans
The 2025 USCIS digital platform speeds green card processes by 20%. Spouses of H-1B/L-1 visa holders gain faster work permits.…
Can You Request Expedited Green Card Renewal for Urgent Situations?
Expedited green card renewal by USCIS is reserved for urgent cases with strong proof. File Form I-90 up to six…
Who Qualifies for a Fee Waiver When Filing Form I-485?
As of June 2025, fee waivers for Form I-485 are mostly unavailable except for humanitarian asylum seekers, refugees, and certain…
Accepted Payment Methods for USCIS Form I-485 Fee Explained
Effective April 2024, USCIS raised Form I-485 fees to $1,440 and mandates separate payments per form. Payment options include checks,…