Hi Everyone
I'm sure this question has been posted before but I had no luck finding it through the search option, I would appreciate any help.
Q1: On I-485 part 2 "I am applying for an adjustment to permanent resident status becasue:" which option you guys have picked as lottery winners.
Q2: I'm currently on H1-B expiring on 2012. Do I need to include I-765 in my package to AOS.
Thanks in advance
Hi Ck1979 (funny that our user names are almost the same);
I am on the same situation with you..I am on h1b. i have an approved I-140; however i havent applied for AOS thru work yet; since i am EB3 case and i have to wait for many years for my case number to be current. Anyhow; below is a list of what i sent with my AOS package..i am sure most will apply to you. Regarding I-765; i did not apply for it since i was not planning to use it anyways. i wouldnt give up my current H1B until i make sure i receive the green card - you have to give up your H1 status if you use the EAD card. Having said that, it is free to apply along with I-485 and a lot of people did it. It has advantages - example: once you have it, you could change jobs etc. But again, you have to give up your h1b status if you change jobs using your EAD card. Anyhow, it is up to you. It is optional to apply for it or not. It doesnt hurt to apply (it is just an additional form). Most people did it.
Below is my aos package list.
1. Completed and signed form I-485;
2. Filing Fee of $1010 for I-485 and Biometrics;
3. I-693 (Medical Examination for Alien seeking AOS) in sealed envelope;
4. Photocopy of government issued Birth Certificate;
5. Evidence of required education consisting of:
a. Photocopy of Diploma (Masters of Science)
b. Photocopy of Transcript (Masters of Science)
c. Photocopy of Diploma (Bachelor of Science)
d. Photocopy of Transcript (Bachelor of Science)
6. Proof of income;
a. Photocopy of 2008 W-2;
b. Photocopy of most recent two paystubs
7. Photocopies of Passport consisting of:
a. Identity page
b. Renewal/revalidation for 5 more years page
8. Photocopy of most recent I-94;
9. Photocopies of U.S. non immigrant visas
10. Proof of maintaining valid status while in the US consisting of:
a. Photocopies of three I-797A (H1B Visa Approval Notices)
b. Photocopy of OPT (Optional Practical Training) Employment Authorization Card
c. Photocopies of three I-20 (Eligibility for F-1 Status)
Oh and answer to your first question: Select "h" and put "DV lottery 2010 winner" for the explanation.
Good luck!!!