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DV 2026 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

BraveEnough said:
Thank you. still waiting for the final respond.

Bring the original documents and handle these documents to the officer:

1. Are you F1 student visa?

Driver License
Passport (new and old if you haven't travel out of the country),
SSN (IF you have it)
Birth certificate
Translation of Birth certificate
330$ fee that you pay in the beginning.(It is the paper with the stamp that you receive back when you pay your $330

I have with me the following original documents( you must have it), but handled if they ask for:
1. Original document of your change of status if you did it. If you did not, then your Passport will have your F1 stamp.
2. Documents of your previous status like B1 or J1. there are forms based on the status in the J1. B1 has stamp on passport

School:

1. All your original i-20s from the day you enroll into the school - digital copied signed with ink (These documents should also be sent into the package( COPIES OF I-20S) in the following order from the newest to the oldest I-20s)
2. Original copies of your Diplomas from all the schools you have graduated from
3. Translation of all your diplomas in english
4.Transcripts of all your schools
5.Proof of enrollment: Number id(Badge ), Enrollment of classes


I have carried with me some copies of some documents such as I-20s, school documents, and other files as I did not want the officer keeps the original documents with him/her. I would say, make a copy of the everything, just in case. I know it is painful.


Bring with you all the documents you sent into your application i-485. Make the officer job less painful for them, by giving all your i-20s in order from the newest to the oldest if they ask.

Let me know if you have any extra question.
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Thank you so much.
 
fidenez said:
Hi Sir, I read but I did not find the answer.
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The answer is in the spreadsheet, we wouldn’t have been telling you to go through the spreadsheet if the answer wasn’t there. You need to help yourself to help us help you! You don’t seem to understand the steps involved with this process to start with which is why it is important for you to carefully go through that spreadsheet as recommended, be sure to click on the links provided in the spreadsheet. There are several tabs in the spreadsheet, you need to go through each one to ensure you have a decent understanding of this process at least.

Pointer: The “AOS Process” tab of the spreadsheet provides you with a step by step guide, including information on how to make the $330 DV administrative fee payment.
 
Hi, it's been a little over 5 weeks since I received my NOA on Oct 17th but I still haven't received a biometrics appointment notice or any updates yet. Should I be worried or is this a normal amount of time? My FO is Denver if that helps.
 
Hello,

I asked KCC on my case status and I received the following:

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Does it mean that it's too late to switch from the consular processing to the adjustment of status? Based on the spreadsheet, it mentions it may take forever for the cp to transfer the case to the USCIS.

I also checked the CEAC and it shows my case is still at KCC.
 
Sm1smom said:
The answer is in the spreadsheet, we wouldn’t have been telling you to go through the spreadsheet if the answer wasn’t there. You need to help yourself to help us help you! You don’t seem to understand the steps involved with this process to start with which is why it is important for you to carefully go through that spreadsheet as recommended, be sure to click on the links provided in the spreadsheet. There are several tabs in the spreadsheet, you need to go through each one to ensure you have a decent understanding of this process at least.

Pointer: The “AOS Process” tab of the spreadsheet provides you with a step by step guide, including information on how to make the $330 DV administrative fee payment.
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Hi Sir, my apologies. The information I found says that family members living overseas will pay the Diversity Immigrant Visa fees at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where they receive their visa. It also states that these fees should not be paid in the United States through the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs. However, I heard from a friend that it may be possible for them to adjust status while they are in the U.S. I don't know if you have more information.
 
thaagen said:
Hi, it's been a little over 5 weeks since I received my NOA on Oct 17th but I still haven't received a biometrics appointment notice or any updates yet. Should I be worried or is this a normal amount of time? My FO is Denver if that helps.
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Do take a look at the FAQ tab of the AOS process spreadsheet.
 
cyborgkh said:
Hello,

I asked KCC on my case status and I received the following:

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Does it mean that it's too late to switch from the consular processing to the adjustment of status? Based on the spreadsheet, it mentions it may take forever for the cp to transfer the case to the USCIS.

I also checked the CEAC and it shows my case is still at KCC.
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Are you currently based in the US and wish to switch from CP to AOS?
 
fidenez said:
Hi Sir, my apologies. The information I found says that family members living overseas will pay the Diversity Immigrant Visa fees at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where they receive their visa. It also states that these fees should not be paid in the United States through the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs. However, I heard from a friend that it may be possible for them to adjust status while they are in the U.S. I don't know if you have more information.
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Are your derivatives currently in the US with you? If they are, then you make the DV payment for them also in addition to yours.
 
Sm1smom said:
Are you currently based in the US and wish to switch from CP to AOS?
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Yes, that's correct. We're currently in the US. We chose CP while filing DS260 and now wish to do the AOS if it's still advisable. Our case number is AS10xxx. Our embassy might be still interviewing/scheduling cases below 3000 and not expect to reach 10000+ soon.
 
cyborgkh said:
Yes, that's correct. We're currently in the US. We chose CP while filing DS260 and now wish to do the AOS if it's still advisable. Our case number is AS10xxx. Our embassy might be still interviewing/scheduling cases below 3000 and not expect to reach 10000+ soon.
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That being the case, I don’t think it is too late to switch to AOS. You can send KCC a new/fresh email letting them know you wish to switch from CP to AOS. They may respond by telling you your case is current and they cannot make any changes, it does not mean you cannot proceed with AOS at that point. Worst case scenario, if KCC ends up sending your case file to your embassy before your FO contacts them to request the case file, you may have to contact the embassy on your own to request they forward the case file to your FO.
 
Good evening, I have a question. I am in Africa and my DV-2026 file number is in series 58000. I would like to know if I have a good chance of receiving the second email, because I was led to believe that I can change to "current" status, but that my application will not be processed.
 
Tetsa said:
Good evening, I have a question. I am in Africa and my DV-2026 file number is in series 58000. I would like to know if I have a good chance of receiving the second email, because I was led to believe that I can change to "current" status, but that my application will not be processed.
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This thread is for selectees processing AOS, you’re processing CP so keep subsequent questions on the CP thread please.
 
Sm1smom said:
That being the case, I don’t think it is too late to switch to AOS. You can send KCC a new/fresh email letting them know you wish to switch from CP to AOS. They may respond by telling you your case is current and they cannot make any changes, it does not mean you cannot proceed with AOS at that point. Worst case scenario, if KCC ends up sending your case file to your embassy before your FO contacts them to request the case file, you may have to contact the embassy on your own to request they forward the case file to your FO.
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Thank you for your response. Our concern is that our KCC file has been transferred to the embassy and it may take them forever to forward the case back to the FO or not at all. Do you know by any chance when the case is transferred the embassy? Based on KCC response, it seems they can’t unlock DS260 anymore. Does it mean the case is already with the embassy? We just emailed the embassy, but not sure whether/when they will respond.
 
cyborgkh said:
Thank you for your response. Our concern is that our KCC file has been transferred to the embassy and it may take them forever to forward the case back to the FO or not at all. Do you know by any chance when the case is transferred the embassy? Based on KCC response, it seems they can’t unlock DS260 anymore. Does it mean the case is already with the embassy? We just emailed the embassy, but not sure whether/when they will respond.
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My recommendation for you would be to focus on the positive and not the negative if you wish to switch to AOS. Like I said, it is not too late to switch to CP, even if your case file has been transferred to your embassy. Again, worst case scenario, you may have to work with your embassy to get the case file transferred back to the FO if it turns out the KCC already transferred the case file to your embassy by the time your FO requests for it. Yours wouldn’t be the first case I’ve come across and guided is such a scenario as this.

Trying to analyze precisely what happens when is irrelevant IMHO. Of what use is having the confirmation/knowledge that the case file is already with the embassy, if they are not scheduling you for an interview?

Personally speaking, if I was a DV selectee (whose is currently based in the US) under this current administration, focusing on processing AOS wouldn’t be a brainer considering how this administration keeps moving the goal post, and constantly working at preventing new immigrants from legally coming into the country. Yes, AOS could be stressful, it however is still the best option for anyone eligible to process it under the current administration IMHO.
 
BraveEnough said:
Hello,
I can help you with this question:
After your ead card expires , you have grace period of 60 days where you are legally present in the country. in this period you can transfer to school or travel. For example, if your opt expires on 01/01/2026, you are opt expire on 01/04/2026(count the 60 days from jan 01. my math may be wrong here).
You must find a program in these 2 months, and the program can start within 5 months.(that what i know, internet is full of resource, and there is fb group where you can ask).
There are many people who got green card by doing 2 master's degree. Juts make sure the 2nd master is different from the 1st.
There are school who do DOB (doctor of Business program), you may want to look into those programs.
Just keep documentation with you such as enrollment to courses and so on.
There is no issue in having the gap as long as you have your i-20 with you and find the school within 60 days. I have had the case like this, and no issue on my interview.(Know you right is important in this country, and fight for it)
As long as your case is clear, no red flag, you should be fine.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks
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Hi, @BraveEnough,

Thank you so much for your answer. I truly appreciate you sharing your experience.
I also learned about the 60-day grace period, but under the current Administration I was worried about the gap between the end of my OPT and the start date of my next program. So, if my OPT ends on February 18, 2026, then according to what you mentioned, would it be acceptable for my next program to begin on April 27th (which is within the 5-month window)? I just want to confirm that my understanding is correct.
Additionally, regarding pursuing a second master’s degree, I am also worried of the proposed rule that may prohibit F-1 students from enrolling in a degree at the same or lower level. I would appreciate any clarification or insights you may have about this as well.

Thank you again for your help.
 
Hello,
I am a DV 2026 selectee with case number 2026EU209XX. I recently got laid off on H1B and I plan to extend my stay in the US with B2 visa in case I ran out of my grace period. Does this still qualify for AOS ?
 
lamine123 said:
Hello,
I am a DV 2026 selectee with case number 2026EU209XX. I recently got laid off on H1B and I plan to extend my stay in the US with B2 visa in case I ran out of my grace period. Does this still qualify for AOS ?
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If you apply for a COS to B2, that COS request will need to be approved before your AOS application can be adjudicated.
 
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