El proceso de Ajuste de Estatus (AOS) permite a personas que ya están en EE.UU. solicitar la residencia permanente legal (Green Card) sin salir del país. Tiempo de procesamiento: En febrero de 2025, el plazo típico es de 9 a 14 meses, aunque puede variar según varios factores.
Factores que Influyen en el Tiempo de Procesamiento:
- USCIS Workload and Backlog: High application volumes can extend processing times.
- Applicant Category: Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens often experience shorter waits compared to other categories.
- USCIS Field Office Processing Times: Processing durations can differ based on the specific field office handling the application.
Para los tiempos de procesamiento más precisos y actuales, los solicitantes deben consultar los tiempos de procesamiento de casos de USCIS.
Dado que los tiempos pueden ser largos, es recomendable presentar la solicitud lo antes posible y asegurarse de incluir toda la documentación necesaria para evitar retrasos.
Cronología Paso a Paso
Step 1: File Forms
- File Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status)
- Processing Time: 2–4 weeks
- USCIS sends a receipt notice confirming they have received the application.
Paso 2: Cita Biométrica
- Processing Time: 4–8 weeks after filing
- USCIS schedules a fingerprint and photo appointment for background checks.
Paso 3: Recibir Permisos de Trabajo y Viaje (si se solicitaron)
- Processing Time: Varies; check current USCIS estimates
- If you filedForm I-765 (Work Permit) and Form I-131 (Advance Parole) with I-485, you may receive these permits while waiting for your Green Card.
- Advance Parole delays can be significant, with approvals sometimes taking 14–18 months, limiting travel for over a year.
Paso 4: Aviso de Entrevista con USCIS
- Processing Time: Varies by USCIS field office.
- Most applicants must attend an interview at a local USCIS office.
Step 5: Attend Green Card Interview
- Processing Time to attend to the Green Card interview: Usually scheduled 1–3 months before Green Card approval.
- A USCIS officer will review your application and ask questions about your background and eligibility.
- Bring original documents, including your passport, marriage certificate, birth certificate, and other supporting evidence.
Paso 6: Aprobación y Emisión de la Green Card
- If approved, you will first receive an approval notice.
- Your physical Green Card typically arrives by mail within 2–4 weeks.
Processing times can fluctuate due to USCIS workload, so it's essential to check for updates on the USCIS.
¿Puede tardar más?
Yes, some Adjustment of Status (AOS) cases take longer than expected due to various factors, including:
- Request for Evidence (RFE): USCIS may ask for additional documents or clarifications, which can delay processing.
- Background Check Delays: Security checks can take longer if additional screenings are required.
- Marriage-Based Cases: If applying through marriage, USCIS may apply extra scrutiny to confirm the relationship is genuine.
- USCIS Workload: Processing times fluctuate based on case volume and field office capacity.
Revise los tiempos de procesamiento de USCISy seleccione el Formulario I-485 para las estimaciones más actualizadas.
Conclusión
Most Adjustment of Status (AOS) cases take at least one year, with many lasting longer due to processing delays. However, exact timelines vary based on USCIS workload, background checks, and case complexity.
To stay informed, follow all the post on our website at Tingen Law. Submitting a complete and accurate application with all required documents helps minimize delays and speeds up the process, get legal advices and stay on top of every step on the process.