DV 2026 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

[Sm1smom]

Hi Mom, I am trying to update the 2026 AOS Timeline spreadsheet through Google forms, but my updates are not reflected in the spreadsheet - I am not sure if the issue is on my end.

Did you hit the submit button?

 

[ern]

Did you hit the submit button?

Yes, and every time I receive a confirmation that my edited response was recorded - but nothing in the spreadsheet changes.

 

[Sm1smom]

Yes, and every time I receive a confirmation that my edited response was recorded - but nothing in the spreadsheet changes.

That’s interesting. I don’t see anything in the backend here either. I'm not sure what is going on, maybe try again, this time with a new form - fill everything anew.

 

[ern]

That’s interesting. I don’t see anything in the backend here either. I'm not sure what is going on, maybe try again, this time with a new form - fill everything anew.

Adding a new response helped, thank you! Please remove my old one.

 

[DiversityVisa_26]

Hello! How are u doing? I have a question: do you know whether people applying for AOS based on the DV lottery are still being placed in “AOS pending status” given the pause, or is it necessary to have another status throughout the process? I will start my OPT in May, and I wonder what happens if I don't find a job before the 90 days, but I already submitted my package before that happens. Thank you so much for your guidance!

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello! How are u doing? I have a question: do you know whether people applying for AOS based on the DV lottery are still being placed in “AOS pending status” given the pause, or is it necessary to have another status throughout the process? I will start my OPT in May, and I wonder what happens if I don't find a job before the 90 days, but I already submitted my package before that happens. Thank you so much for your guidance!

1. Yes, adjudication of DV based AOS applications is currently still paused.
2. Maintaining a valid status while the application is pending is recommended.

p.s. number your questions when you have more than one per post to ensure appropriate response.

 

[nepali]

Hi @Sm1smom , I’m aware of the risks associated with early filing. If we proceed with early filing, would the denial come from the Lubbock office? If so, I assume it may be worth the risk of losing 2–3 weeks, along with the medical exam costs.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi @Sm1smom , I’m aware of the risks associated with early filing. If we proceed with early filing, would the denial come from the Lubbock office? If so, I assume it may be worth the risk of losing 2–3 weeks, along with the medical exam costs.

There’s a difference between package rejection and case denial. Please take a look at the FAQ tab of the AOS process spreadsheet.