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What Happens If I Write the Wrong Check Amount for My I-485?
Submitting Form I-485 mandates exact fee payments to USCIS; incorrect checks cause delays or rejection. The $30 returned check fee…
How the Postmark Date Determines Your I-485 Filing Fee
The postmark date decides if the old or new I-485 filing fee applies after the April 1, 2024 increase. Mail…
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.'…
Who Should Write Letters of Recommendation for EB-2 NIW Petition?
A successful EB-2 NIW petition depends on 5–7 detailed recommendation letters, mostly from independent experts. Letters should clearly explain your…
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,…