DV 2025 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

[Sm1smom]

Hey mom,

We are DV2025 selectees with a case number of 2025EU25XXX. My girlfriend is the principal applicant. We both originally entered the U.S. on J-1 visas, and later changed our statuses — I’m now on F-1, and she is on F-2, following our marriage in October here in the U.S.

Our change of status applications were approved without any issues or RFEs. We have not submitted our AOS (Adjustment of Status) applications yet, since our case number is not current.

I was previously attending school in New York, but recently transferred to a school in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and received a new I-20 accordingly.

Because of our relatively high case number, I’m considering using a Boston, MA address for our AOS filing, as the Boston field office is known for faster processing and often waives interviews. However, I’m a bit concerned because our daily lives, including my current school, are based in Virginia. I’m unsure if using a Boston address might raise flags or lead to an RFE.

I’m also a little worried that my recent school transfer could be seen as a red flag and potentially lead to an RFE during the AOS process.

Lastly, although we didn’t receive any RFE regarding our recent marriage during the change of status process, I’m wondering if that could come up during the AOS stage.

We only get one shot at this, and we truly want to do everything the right way. Any advice or insight would mean a lot.

Thanks in advance!

1. I’m never in support of people who try to game the system, so don’t expect me to tell you it’s okay to list an address where you’re not based at on your form, you’re expected to truthfully fill out your immigration forms.
2. You should be able to defend your school transfer if everything was done correctly and above board if the issue were to come up.
3. Same as 2 above.

p.s. number your questions if you have more than one per post. Also, I hope neither of you is subject to a 2Y HRR due to your previous admission on J1.

 

[SusieQQQ]

Hey mom,

We are DV2025 selectees with a case number of 2025EU25XXX. My girlfriend is the principal applicant. We both originally entered the U.S. on J-1 visas, and later changed our statuses — I’m now on F-1, and she is on F-2, following our marriage in October here in the U.S.

Our change of status applications were approved without any issues or RFEs. We have not submitted our AOS (Adjustment of Status) applications yet, since our case number is not current.

I was previously attending school in New York, but recently transferred to a school in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and received a new I-20 accordingly.

Because of our relatively high case number, I’m considering using a Boston, MA address for our AOS filing, as the Boston field office is known for faster processing and often waives interviews. However, I’m a bit concerned because our daily lives, including my current school, are based in Virginia. I’m unsure if using a Boston address might raise flags or lead to an RFE.

I’m also a little worried that my recent school transfer could be seen as a red flag and potentially lead to an RFE during the AOS process.

Lastly, although we didn’t receive any RFE regarding our recent marriage during the change of status process, I’m wondering if that could come up during the AOS stage.

We only get one shot at this, and we truly want to do everything the right way. Any advice or insight would mean a lot.

Thanks in advance!

in case you were thinking of listing a false physical address, remember that this is an administration looking for the slightest reason to act im immigrants/visa holders. False information on a form …I wouldn’t take the risk if you actually want to stay here. If it’s just a mailing address and your physical address is correct that would not be afaik a problem in terms of filling out the form but will it lead to questions, sure. Possible case outcome? They do an interview based on your mailing address, you get there and get told it’s invalid because you live elsewhere and have to transfer cases, and you run out of time in the FY while all that is going on.

 

[Harry13--]

Hello,
I just done i693 with CS and I noticed from the copy. Doctor marked polio as insufficient time interval. I already done polio vaccine dose series in childhood but I dont have a record. Doctor said I just need a one dose in that case. But according to the form, i am afraid USCIS might think like I have not done since I was young, and it was my first dose since doctor did not write any remark for that.
Would it be a main reason to denied my application? OR will they request RFE?

 

[Sm1smom]

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Hello,
I just done i693 with CS and I noticed from the copy. Doctor marked polio as insufficient time interval. I already done polio vaccine dose series in childhood but I dont have a record. Doctor said I just need a one dose in that case. But according to the form, i am afraid USCIS might think like I have not done since I was young, and it was my first dose since doctor did not write any remark for that.
Would it be a main reason to denied my application? OR will they request RFE?

The worksheet is correctly completed, no additional note or remark required. A RFE does not get issued for a required vaccine being marked with the insufficient time interval remark.

 

[raskall]

The form asks for current physical address as well as mailing address. Trying to game the system using a mailing address a few states away seems likely to do nothing but cause hassles. (Who will be getting your mail there, anyway?)
(I am assuming that you will answer the form honestly as to your physical address. you are signing under penalty of perjury that all the info in there is correct.)

1. I’m never in support of people who try to game the system, so don’t expect me to tell you it’s okay to list an address where you’re not based at on your form, you’re expected to truthfully fill out your immigration forms.
2. You should be able to defend your school transfer if everything was done correctly and above board if the issue were to come up.
3. Same as 2 above.

p.s. number your questions if you have more than one per post. Also, I hope neither of you is subject to a 2Y HRR due to your previous admission on J1.

in case you were thinking of listing a false physical address, remember that this is an administration looking for the slightest reason to act im immigrants/visa holders. False information on a form …I wouldn’t take the risk if you actually want to stay here. If it’s just a mailing address and your physical address is correct that would not be afaik a problem in terms of filling out the form but will it lead to questions, sure. Possible case outcome? They do an interview based on your mailing address, you get there and get told it’s invalid because you live elsewhere and have to transfer cases, and you run out of time in the FY while all that is going on.

Thank you for all your answers. I will apply using my own address. I will add the updates to an Excel spreadsheet.

 

[Harry13--]

The worksheet is correctly completed, no additional note or remark required. A RFE does not get issued for a required vaccine being marked with the insufficient time interval remark.

Thank you mom

 

[Harry13--]

Hi,
I came to the US with F1 visa and I got approval TPS in March. I have not terminated F1 and inform to school about TPS.
1. What should I fill out for the current immigration status on I-485? TPS or F1? The latest status is TPS

 

[Harry13--]

1. I got the two parking ticket at school last semester, I already paid one but I appealed for another one and it is still pending. Should I answer yes to Part 9 no.22, Have you ever been arrested, cited, charge......?
2. For part2 question 1 and 2, if i answer no to 1, and do i need to fill out to question no.2? On the reference i-485 form listed on AOS Process and Documents_Updated sheet, it answered N/A to all. (attach the ss)
3. For part 2, question 4, "If you selected a family-based, employment-based, special immigrant, or Diversity Visa immigrant
category listed above in Item Numbers 3.a. - 3.g. as the basis for your application for adjustment of
status, are you applying for adjustment based on INA section 245(i)?" what is INA section 245(i)? what should I answer to that?
4. For 58,59,60, should I include my last year 2024 tax return amount, and money sent by my family from my home country?

I apologize for asking so many questions. I searched and read before i asked but somehow I am still confused and want to make sure.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi,
I came to the US with F1 visa and I got approval TPS in March. I have not terminated F1 and inform to school about TPS.
1. What should I fill out for the current immigration status on I-485? TPS or F1? The latest status is TPS

TPS.

 

[Sm1smom]

1. I got the two parking ticket at school last semester, I already paid one but I appealed for another one and it is still pending. Should I answer yes to Part 9 no.22, Have you ever been arrested, cited, charge......?
2. For part2 question 1 and 2, if i answer no to 1, and do i need to fill out to question no.2? On the reference i-485 form listed on AOS Process and Documents_Updated sheet, it answered N/A to all. (attach the ss)
3. For part 2, question 4, "If you selected a family-based, employment-based, special immigrant, or Diversity Visa immigrant
category listed above in Item Numbers 3.a. - 3.g. as the basis for your application for adjustment of
status, are you applying for adjustment based on INA section 245(i)?" what is INA section 245(i)? what should I answer to that?
4. For 58,59,60, should I include my last year 2024 tax return amount, and money sent by my family from my home country?

I apologize for asking so many questions. I searched and read before i asked but somehow I am still confused and want to make sure.

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1. YES
2. Follow the example provided in the sample pre-filled I-485.
3. Same as response 2 above.
4. Money sent by your family is not an income.

 

[Student123456]

Hello,
1. I have applied for OPT and received my EAD card in past. I was given A# during that process. Should i put the same A# for this question(QN 4) and on top right of all pages?
2. Where can i find the USCIS online account number? Or is it only available after the case is opened?

 

[Sm1smom]

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Hello,
1. I have applied for OPT and received my EAD card in past. I was given A# during that process. Should i put the same A# for this question(QN 4) and on top right of all pages?
2. Where can i find the USCIS online account number? Or is it only available after the case is opened?

1. Yes.
2. You wouldn’t have a USCIS online account number if USCIS did not previously send you a code with instructions to create an online account.

 

[student02]

Hello! I am currently on F1 OPT status and will soon file my AOS.

How can I show evidence of financial support if I'm receiving help from my family abroad? I do not have a job offer and did nonprofit work for OPT. My most recent adequate tax return to include is for year 2022, should I include it, or is it irrelevant? Are bank statements enough?

Also, should I include any additional evidence of CPT work apart from I-20s?

Thank you!!

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello! I am currently on F1 OPT status and will soon file my AOS.

How can I show evidence of financial support if I'm receiving help from my family abroad? I do not have a job offer and did nonprofit work for OPT. My most recent adequate tax return to include is for year 2022, should I include it, or is it irrelevant? Are bank statements enough?

Also, should I include any additional evidence of CPT work apart from I-20s?

Thank you!!

1. Find someone to provide you with an I-134.
2. You may include your 2022 IRS tax transcript, it’s not likely to be enough for demonstrating you will not constitute a public charge though.
3. It depends on how large of a savings you have in your bank account

 

[student02]

1. Find someone to provide you with an I-134.
2. You may include your 2022 IRS tax transcript, it’s not likely to be enough for demonstrating you will not constitute a public charge though.
3. It depends on how large of a savings you have in your bank account

Thanks! What documents would be good to include in case I dont have anyone who can fill i-134 ? Is it useful to get a "cover letter" of financial support from the parent?

 

[Harry13--]

1. Find someone to provide you with an I-134.
2. You may include your 2022 IRS tax transcript, it’s not likely to be enough for demonstrating you will not constitute a public charge though.
3. It depends on how large of a savings you have in your bank account

Hi,
I also have the same question. I have 3 year tax return, biweekly pay slips, W2s for 2 years, bank statement.
1. Is it enough for demonstrating Im unlikely to become public charge?
2. if its not, I can ask my aunt for I-134.

 

[Sm1smom]

Thanks! What documents would be good to include in case I dont have anyone who can fill i-134 ? Is it useful to get a "cover letter" of financial support from the parent?

Letter of financial support from your parents or someone outside the US is not likely to be impactful as the US government has no way of compelling the provider of such a note to fulfill their promise should the need arise. List of recommended documents are on the AOS process spreadsheet, do take a look at it.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi,
I also have the same question. I have 3 year tax return, biweekly pay slips, W2s for 2 years, bank statement.
1. Is it enough for demonstrating Im unlikely to become public charge?
2. if its not, I can ask my aunt for I-134.

Getting an I-134 in addition to what you’ve listed is never a bad idea.

 

[Borac]

Hello,

We are going to get a medical examination for the Green Card process. This includes vaccinations. If our blood tests do not show immunity (antibodies), we will need to get vaccinated. Are there any vaccines that require two doses? If so, is there a waiting period between doses, like one month or two months? In that case, will we be able to complete the medical examination in one or two days, or will it be delayed because of missing vaccinations? Will we be able to get the medical report right away, or will there be an issue due to incomplete vaccinations? If I have to wait 1 month between 2 doses, my treatment will not be completed.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello,

We are going to get a medical examination for the Green Card process. This includes vaccinations. If our blood tests do not show immunity (antibodies), we will need to get vaccinated. Are there any vaccines that require two doses? If so, is there a waiting period between doses, like one month or two months? In that case, will we be able to complete the medical examination in one or two days, or will it be delayed because of missing vaccinations? Will we be able to get the medical report right away, or will there be an issue due to incomplete vaccinations? If I have to wait 1 month between 2 doses, my treatment will not be completed.

1. Yes some vaccines may require more than one dose with time intervals in between dosages.
2. You only need to have the first dose checked off (with plans of completing the remaining doses as at when due). As long as your CS marks off the insufficient time for dosage completion column on your I693, you should be fine.