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Current Expected Wait for EAD and Advance Parole in Marriage Green Card
To work and travel during marriage-based green card processing, applicants must file for a work permit and Advance Parole together…
How to Calculate Total I-485 Filing Fees for Family of Four
USCIS increased I-485 fees in April 2024. Adults pay $1,440 each; children under 14 pay $950 with a parent. Separate…
How to Expedite the Marriage Green Card Timeline for Urgent Cases
Marriage green card processing averages 9.2 to 35 months. Expedited requests require urgent, well-documented reasons and are rarely approved. No…
Removing Conditions on a Conditional Green Card: Key Steps for 2026
Conditional residents must file to remove residency restrictions within 90 days of their card's expiration. Using Form I-751 or I-829,…
Do I Need a Separate Check for Each Family Member’s I-485 Filing?
USCIS updated fee rules now mandate separate payments for each Form I-485, I-765, and I-131 filed. Each I-485 costs $1,440,…
CR1 vs IR1: Navigating Conditional vs 10-Year Green Cards in 2026
The CR1 and IR1 visa process for 2026 hinges on marriage length, dictating whether a spouse receives a 2-year conditional…
Can I Pay One Fee for All Family Members’ I-485 Forms?
USCIS mandates separate payment for each Form I-485 and related forms. Each payment must be exact and individual for every…
Will USCIS Reject My I-485 If Fee Waiver Is Denied?
Fee waiver denial for Form I-485 requires payment or leads to application denial. USCIS issues RFE or NOID after denial,…