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DV 2026 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

Hello,
I'm physically present in the US under h1b status. My case number is now current. How should I proceed given the current pause? Would it be wise to switch to consular processing and at least attend the interview in my home country and get a 221g issued ?
I haven't been following a lot recently so I might be missing information that already answers my question.
Thanks
 
Hello,
I was looking for the timeline sheet but I believe the link takes me to 2025 timeline. Does anyone have the link to 2026 timeline sheet?
Thanks
 
lamine123 said:
Hello,
I'm physically present in the US under h1b status. My case number is now current. How should I proceed given the current pause? Would it be wise to switch to consular processing and at least attend the interview in my home country and get a 221g issued ?
I haven't been following a lot recently so I might be missing information that already answers my question.
Thanks
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Can’t tell you which option to go with, you’ll need to decide on which one you think gives you the best chance.
 
Hi Mom, is paying the $330 DV processing fee a sign of immigrant intent? In the US on a non immigrant visa and my CN may become current in June/July. I am wondering if I can get ahead on getting the payment receipt by submitting payment now.
 
Hi Mom, I’m currently in the US and my number will be current in April based on latest visa bulletin. Right now, I’m on F-1 status and working under my first year of F-1 OPT, but my OPT expires in June. I'm considering to gather all documents and send my AOS package in April. I also want to apply for STEM OPT in March if I can. I’m not sure whether I need to maintain valid status throughout the entire AOS process or only at the time I file the application. Also, I’ve already paid the $330 DV processing fee and gotten 2NL, and now I’m worried that this could be seen as immigrant intent and potentially cause issues with my STEM OPT application.

1. Would you recommend applying for STEM OPT as a safety guard and to make sure I stay in valid status while waiting?
2. Could paying the DV processing fee be considered immigrant intent and negatively affect my STEM OPT application?
3. Do I need to maintain valid nonimmigrant status during the entire Adjustment of Status process, or only at the time of filing?
4. Do I need to mention about my STEM OPT application anywhere in my AOS package or are two processes separate?

Thank you so much! Appreciate all you do for us.
 
narna061 said:
Hi Mom, I’m currently in the US and my number will be current in April based on latest visa bulletin. Right now, I’m on F-1 status and working under my first year of F-1 OPT, but my OPT expires in June. I'm considering to gather all documents and send my AOS package in April. I also want to apply for STEM OPT in March if I can. I’m not sure whether I need to maintain valid status throughout the entire AOS process or only at the time I file the application. Also, I’ve already paid the $330 DV processing fee and gotten 2NL, and now I’m worried that this could be seen as immigrant intent and potentially cause issues with my STEM OPT application.

1. Would you recommend applying for STEM OPT as a safety guard and to make sure I stay in valid status while waiting?
2. Could paying the DV processing fee be considered immigrant intent and negatively affect my STEM OPT application?
3. Do I need to maintain valid nonimmigrant status during the entire Adjustment of Status process, or only at the time of filing?
4. Do I need to mention about my STEM OPT application anywhere in my AOS package or are two processes separate?

Thank you so much! Appreciate all you do for us.
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1 & 3. Yes apply for STEM OPT to ensure you have a fall back status as AOS approval is not guaranteed for any applicant. That is why it is important to maintain a valid status throughout the process.
2. The payment will not impact OPT approval.
4. Separate processes.
 
Hi @Sm1smom,

Thank you, as always, for your support.

I completed my master’s degree and then used my one-year OPT while working under my own LLC. My priority date is expected to become current in April. I have now enrolled in a doctoral program starting in March and will be back in F-1 student status.
Should I still include employment documentation from my OPT period, even though I am now in F-1 status and enrolled in school again?
Also, I understand that the flu shot is required during flu season (oct - March 31). If I submit my documents by April 1, will I still be required to obtain the flu vaccination?

Thank you again for your guidance.
 
KISS2025 said:
Hi @Sm1smom,

Thank you, as always, for your support.

I completed my master’s degree and then used my one-year OPT while working under my own LLC. My priority date is expected to become current in April. I have now enrolled in a doctoral program starting in March and will be back in F-1 student status.
Should I still include employment documentation from my OPT period, even though I am now in F-1 status and enrolled in school again?
Also, I understand that the flu shot is required during flu season (oct - March 31). If I submit my documents by April 1, will I still be required to obtain the flu vaccination?

Thank you again for your guidance.
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1. Please use your discretion in what you’ll be including with your AOS package.
2. It depends on when the medical exam was completed.
 
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