USCIS

Form I-485 Supplement A

Family Immigration

Supplement A to Form I-485, Adjustment of Status Under Section 245(i)

Use this form to provide us with additional information if you are requesting to adjust status under section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

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This form is part of the family-based immigration process, used by U.S. citizens and permanent residents to help their relatives obtain Green Cards. It establishes the qualifying family relationship and starts the application process for lawful permanent residence.

Quick Facts

Who: U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and their foreign relatives seeking family-based immigration benefits.
What: Supplement A to Form I-485, Adjustment of Status Under Section 245(i) — used to establish qualifying family relationships and apply for Green Cards through family-based immigration.
When: As soon as the qualifying relationship exists and a visa number is available (if applicable).
Where: Filed with USCIS by mail or online through the USCIS website.
Why: U.S. immigration law allows citizens and permanent residents to sponsor certain family members for lawful permanent residence.
How: Provide biographical information, evidence of the qualifying relationship, supporting documents, and applicable fees.

Common Risks & Mistakes

  • •Insufficient evidence of the qualifying relationship — lack of bonafide proof leads to denial
  • •Petitioner not meeting income requirements — may need a joint sponsor
  • •Filing for an ineligible relative — verify the relationship qualifies before applying
  • •Not updating address with USCIS — critical notices sent to wrong address
  • •Missing the response deadline for Requests for Evidence (RFEs)

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Petitioner Info
Petitioner Full NameREQUIREDtext

Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.

Date of BirthREQUIREDdate

Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).

A-Number or USCIS Online Account Numbertext

Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.

Beneficiary Info
Beneficiary Full NameREQUIREDtext

Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.

Beneficiary Date of BirthREQUIREDdate

Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).

Beneficiary A-Numbertext

Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.

Relationship
Relationship TypeREQUIREDselect

Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.

Evidence
Supporting DocumentsREQUIREDtext

List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).

Signatures
Petitioner SignatureREQUIREDsignature

Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.

Date of SignatureREQUIREDdate

Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).

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