Can I Get a Refund If I Withdraw My I-485 Application?
USCIS does not refund fees for withdrawn Form I-485 applications. Withdrawal needs written notice and you’ll get confirmation.…
Can the Filing Fee for Form I-485 Be Waived?
USCIS prohibits fee waivers for Form I-485, requiring full payment at filing. Applicants must plan financially or seek…
Meaning of ‘Bear Arms on Behalf of the United States’ in Oath of Allegiance
New U.S. citizens pledge in the Oath of Allegiance to bear arms if law demands, with exemptions for…
Does USCIS Refund Filing Fees if I-485 Is Rejected for Incompleteness?
Filing fees for USCIS Form I-485 are non-refundable if rejected for incompleteness. The fee increased to $1,440 in…
What If I-485 Fee Changes After Mailing But Before USCIS Receives It?
Effective April 1, 2024, USCIS raised the I-485 filing fee to $1,440. The fee depends on the application…
Do I Need to Pay a Separate Fee for Work Permit After Filing I-485?
As of April 1, 2024, USCIS requires separate filing fees for Form I-765. Applicants filing I-485 earlier avoid…
Form I-485 Not Eligible for Fee Waiver Using Form I-912, USCIS Confirms
Form I-485 is not eligible for fee waivers via Form I-912, except for specific exemptions like VAWA. Submitting…
Is the I-485 Filing Fee Different for a 13-Year-Old Versus a 15-Year-Old?
USCIS fees for Form I-485 differ by age and filing status. Children under 14 filing with a parent…
Am I Required to Work Only in My Proposed Field After EB-2 NIW Approval?
EB-2 NIW grants green cards without employer sponsorship. Cardholders can change jobs but should remain in related fields.…
Form I-90 Green Card Renewal Documents Checklist
Form I-90 renews or replaces a green card. The fee is $415 to file online or $465 on…
Is It Possible to Take a Modified Oath of Allegiance in the UK?
The Oath of Allegiance in the UK is mandatory and unchangeable by law, set by the Promissory Oaths…
How Taking the U.S. Oath of Allegiance Impacts Your Original Citizenship
The U.S. Oath of Allegiance is essential for citizenship. The U.S. allows dual citizenship but your home country…
What Does Being Well-Positioned Mean in EB-2 NIW Petitions?
EB-2 NIW allows qualified individuals with advanced education or exceptional ability to bypass job offers for permanent residency.…
Does Applying for an I-485 Fee Waiver Affect Public Charge Eligibility?
USCIS updated public charge policies in 2025, protecting fee waiver applicants. Low-income immigrants using public benefits can safely…