DV 2025 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

[Maximo Aurelio]

When cases stay ready indefinitely that means one of two things: people didn't show up to their interview, or CO messed up the update on CEAC (specifically for refusal). Most of the times it's the former. Ready cases are not the indicator of a backlog. Quite the opposite.

Hi Xarthisius, and thank you so much for your help. How can I asses the performance of my embassy then? I'm realizing now that for DV2024 there were 137 Spanish selectees. However, the chart only shows 42 cases. Does that mean that the remaining 95 never got scheduled an appointment? Would that be an indicator of Embassy performance or how else could I asses this? Thanks again for your insight!

 

[SusieQQQ]

Hi Xarthisius, and thank you so much for your help. How can I asses the performance of my embassy then? I'm realizing now that for DV2024 there were 137 Spanish selectees. However, the chart only shows 42 cases. Does that mean that the remaining 95 never got scheduled an appointment? Would that be an indicator of Embassy performance or how else could I asses this? Thanks again for your insight!

(1) # of selectees is more than # of cases as it includes derivatives (2) generally only around half of selectees pursue their cases. So those numbers look fine. With such a small number of selectees (and with most Spanish residents not needing tourist visas and not a high immigrant source) you’ll probably have little problem being scheduled.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello, did the following situation cause at any point a status violation / being out of status?

- Individual finishes studies and applies for OPT EAD through I-765 within the allowed timeframe, 90 days before or 60 days after program end date.

- I-765 is pending and eventually approved more than 60 days after program end.

None that I'm aware of.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi Xarthisius, and thank you so much for your help. How can I asses the performance of my embassy then? I'm realizing now that for DV2024 there were 137 Spanish selectees. However, the chart only shows 42 cases. Does that mean that the remaining 95 never got scheduled an appointment? Would that be an indicator of Embassy performance or how else could I asses this? Thanks again for your insight!

You need to post subsequent CEAC related questions and embassy performance on the CP thread - https://forums.immigration.com/threads/dv-2025-all-selectees-consular-processing-cp.348159/.

The AOS thread is for discussions revolving around AOS processing, your follow-up questions are no longer AOS related, so they need to be posted on the appropriate thread.

 

[Xmb]

1. The bank usually asks for an address when getting a cashiers check. I will send to the UPS/FedEx address, so thats what I will give them, correct?

Filing address:
USCIS
Attn: AOS (Box 4109)
2500 Westfield Drive
Elgin, IL 60124-7836

Check:
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
2500 Westfield Drive
Elgin, IL 60124-7836
$1,440

2. Does anything need to be noted on the check in any way?

 

[omarsn93]

I need clarification on something. I mentioned above that I found a sponsor. I'm the main selectee and my wife is applying with me. I have a son who is a US-born. How many I-134 forms do I need? only one or 3?

 

[Xmb]

I need clarification on something. I mentioned above that I found a sponsor. I'm the main selectee and my wife is applying with me. I have a son who is a US-born. How many I-134 forms do I need? only one or 3?

You will need only one, it will cover your whole household.

Income of your sponsor must be sufficient for his and your household combined.

Check the federal poverty guidelines for the exact amount to be met.

 

[omarsn93]

You will need only one, it will cover your whole household.

Income of your sponsor must be sufficient for his and your household combined.

Check the federal poverty guidelines for the exact amount to be met.

are you 100% sure?

 

[Sm1smom]

1. The bank usually asks for an address when getting a cashiers check. I will send to the UPS/FedEx address, so thats what I will give them, correct?

Filing address:
USCIS
Attn: AOS (Box 4109)
2500 Westfield Drive
Elgin, IL 60124-7836

Check:
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
2500 Westfield Drive
Elgin, IL 60124-7836
$1,440

2. Does anything need to be noted on the check in any way?

1. See this post
2. How To Write Your Check

 

[SusieQQQ]

I need clarification on something. I mentioned above that I found a sponsor. I'm the main selectee and my wife is applying with me. I have a son who is a US-born. How many I-134 forms do I need? only one or 3?

@Sm1smom , can you confirm whether or not the USC child needs to be counted as part of the household for i134? I know for i864 you don’t need to show support for USC family members.

 

[Maximo Aurelio]

(1) # of selectees is more than # of cases as it includes derivatives (2) generally only around half of selectees pursue their cases. So those numbers look fine. With such a small number of selectees (and with most Spanish residents not needing tourist visas and not a high immigrant source) you’ll probably have little problem being scheduled.

Thank you so much for your help SusieQQQ, you really helped me in making a decision. And sorry for the "out of topic" questions @Sm1smom I didn't intend to deviate the conversation. I'll make sure to ask in the CP forum moving forward. Thanks!

 

[Sm1smom]

@Sm1smom , can you confirm whether or not the USC child needs to be counted as part of the household for i134? I know for i864 you don’t need to show support for USC family members.

You’re correct. A USC is child is not included in the household count.

 

[Xmb]

1. See this post
2. How To Write Your Check

Thank you, much appreciated.

2. I reviewed that website before asking. The instruction is for a personal check. Cashier checks from my bank come prefilled with most besides the description, there is no description field. Would I just write in pen „I-485 application“ somewhere on the check similar to the case number on the DOS check?

3. I-485 Page 20 states that additional copies must be dated and signed. I made a copy of the page to fit additional information. I just sign and date the copied page on top and leave the original page 20 as is, correct?

 

[Sm1smom]

Thank you, much appreciated.

2. I reviewed that website before asking. The instruction is for a personal check. Cashier checks from my bank come prefilled with most besides the description, there is no description field. Would I just write in pen „I-485 application“ somewhere on the check similar to the case number on the DOS check?

3. I-485 Page 20 states that additional copies must be dated and signed. I made a copy of the page to fit additional information. I just sign and date the copied page on top and leave the original page 20 as is, correct?

I’m quite certain I know the difference between a personal check and a cashier check. Anyways, you can hand write any additional information you wish to reflect on the check or send it as issued by your bank, it makes no difference to the payment processing.

You can leave the page number as is, or hand write the new applicable page number. The form will not get rejected either way.

 

[Xmb]

I’m quite certain I know the difference between a personal check and a cashier check. Anyways, you can hand write any additional information you wish to reflect on the check or send it as issued by your bank, it makes no difference to the payment processing.

You can leave the page number as is, or hand write the new applicable page number. The form will not get rejected either way.

Thank you.

3. I was intending to ask about the signature, the description of page 20 asks to sign and date additional copies. do I just sign and date the copied page 20 on top?

4. Does attaching a W-2 and tax transcript from a previous job make any sense or is it oversharing?

 

[Sm1smom]

Thank you.

3. I was intending to ask about the signature, the description of page 20 asks to sign and date additional copies. do I just sign and date the copied page 20 on top?

4. Does attaching a W-2 and tax transcript from a previous job make any sense or is it oversharing?

3. Yes.
4. Take a look at the “AOS Package” tab of the AOS process spreadsheet, it has number of years for W2 and tax transcripts recommended for inclusion in the AOS Package.

 

[Xmb]

3. Yes.
4. Take a look at the “AOS Package” tab of the AOS process spreadsheet, it has number of years for W2 and tax transcripts recommended for inclusion in the AOS Package.

Thank you.

4. I did review thoroughly. I am asking to understand the purpose of these documents if it’s unrelated insignificant employment. Just for the purpose of showing one did taxes and kept ongoing employment basically?

5. will send with FedEx. Any difference in what I pick for signature option, any recommendations or irrelevant? I was considering direct signature.

No signature required
Indirect signature required
Direct signature required
Adult signature required

 

[Sm1smom]

Thank you.

4. I did review thoroughly. I am asking to understand the purpose of these documents if it’s unrelated insignificant employment. Just for the purpose of showing one did taxes and kept ongoing employment basically?

5. will send with FedEx. Any difference in what I pick for signature option, any recommendations or irrelevant? I was considering direct signature.

No signature required
Indirect signature required
Direct signature required
Adult signature required

I would think the purpose is clear enough considering it is listed under the “Evidence of Financial Support” on the AOS Process Spreadsheet.

Choose which ever option you prefer.

 

[HasiM]

Hi @Sm1smom ,
1) Is it the LockBox address that we should write on the money order for the AOS filing fee?
2) Should the copies of original documents such as passport bio page/ SSN card be true copied by an attorney before sending?

Please clarify. Thank you

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi @Sm1smom ,
1) Is it the LockBox address that we should write on the money order for the AOS filing fee?
2) Should the copies of original documents such as passport bio page/ SSN card be true copied by an attorney before sending?

Please clarify. Thank you

1. AOS FAQ section:

Which address should I put on the personal check/cashier's check/money order for my AOS filing fee which I will be sending with my AOS package?

Use the mailing address of whichever Lockbox you’re sending your AOS package to

2. Simple clear legible copies.