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Form I-690: Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act
Use this form to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility if you are an applicant for adjustment of status under section 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
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USCIS Form I-690 - Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act
Use this form to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility if you are an applicant for adjustment of status under section 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1A single missing signature can cause the entire waiver to be returned.
- 2Incorrect fee amount or payment method
- 3Missing signature or date
- 4Using an outdated form edition
- 5Insufficient supporting evidence
Plain English
The I-690 is a waiver request for certain INA 245A or 210 inadmissibility grounds. It lets an otherwise barred applicant ask USCIS for an exception before a green card or visa can be approved.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File I‑690 at the same time as the underlying adjustment‑of‑status or immigrant‑visa petition, or before USCIS issues a final refusal.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use I‑690 when you need a waiver for INA 245A or 210 grounds.
- Do NOT use it for other inadmissibility sections; a different waiver form applies.
- If you already have an approved waiver, you do not need to file I‑690 again.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Criminal conviction waiver
Covers INA 212(h) crimes
✓ Verify the specific ground before filing.
Health‑related inadmissibility
For immediate relatives of U.S. citizens
✓ Requires separate medical documentation.
Waiver for prior unlawful presence
Not covered by I‑690
✓ Check the ground of inadmissibility first.
Adjustment of status without waiver need
No inadmissibility issue
✓ Filing I‑690 would be unnecessary.
Consular processing after waiver denial
Affidavit of support required
✓ Ensure waiver is approved before proceeding.
Deadline or filing window
USCIS does not set a hard deadline for filing I‑690, but the waiver must be submitted before the underlying petition is adjudicated. Filing after a final refusal typically requires a new petition and a fresh I‑690.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Ground of inadmissibility
Official notice or conviction record · Applicant’s file or court docket
Hardship narrative
Personal statement + supporting affidavits · Applicant’s own letter + family statements
Public‑interest evidence
Letters from employer or community leaders · Employer letter, newspaper articles
Medical waiver documents (if health‑related)
Doctor’s report & vaccination records · Patient’s medical file
Criminal records (if applicable)
Certified court disposition · Court clerk’s office
Before you submit
- 1Form I‑690 is the latest edition.
- 2All required fields are filled; no blank required boxes.
- 3Applicant’s signature and date are present.
- 4Correct filing fee attached in the specified form (check‑ready or money order).
- 5Supporting evidence matches the specific inadmissibility ground.
- 6All foreign‑language documents have certified English translations.
- 7Copies of original documents are attached; originals are not mailed unless requested.
- 8Mailing address matches the current USCIS lockbox for I‑690.
- 9Tracking number recorded for the mailed package.
- 10A copy of the entire packet is retained for personal records.
- 11If filing with an attorney, the G‑28 (notice of appearance) is included.
How to file this form
- 1Download the current I‑690 PDF and its instructions from USCIS.gov.
- 2Read the instructions cover page to identify the exact waiver category you need.
- 3Gather required evidence listed for that category (court records, medical reports, hardship letters, etc.).
- 4Complete the form in black ink or electronically; do not use auto‑fill for signature lines.
- 5Attach the filing fee (check or money order) with the correct payee name.
- 6Assemble the packet in the order: Form I‑690, fee, G‑28 (if applicable), supporting documents, translations, and cover letter.
- 7Mail the packet via USPS Priority Mail or UPS with delivery confirmation to the address in the instructions.
- 8Save the receipt and tracking number; note the mailing date in a spreadsheet.
Known limitations
- 1The form does not provide a fee waiver; separate Form I‑912 is required for fee exemption.
- 2USCIS does not publish processing time estimates for I‑690 alone; times are tied to the underlying petition.
- 3The instructions may lag behind the website’s edition date; always verify the edition printed on the PDF.
- 4Electronic filing is only available for a limited set of waiver categories.
- 5USCIS does not accept handwritten corrections; any change requires a new form.
Field map
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Petitioner Info
3 items
Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.
Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.
Beneficiary Info
3 items
Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.
Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).
Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.
Relationship
1 items
Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
Signatures
2 items
Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.
Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date: verify the PDF shows the current USCIS edition (e.g., 08/2023).
- Fee: confirm the exact filing fee and accepted payment types.
- Mailing address: use the lockbox address for the specific I‑690 category.
- Signature: original handwritten signature (or electronic signature if filing online).
- Document translations: all non‑English documents must have certified translations.
- Form completeness: no blank required fields.
- Page count: ensure you include all required supplemental pages.
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After you file
- 1Record the mailing date, tracking number, and receipt in a case log.
- 2Monitor USCIS Case Status Online using the receipt number from the underlying petition (I‑485, I‑130, etc.).
- 3If you receive a Request for Evidence (RFE), respond within the deadline with the exact documents requested.
- 4Keep copies of all correspondence, including any USCIS notices, in a dedicated folder.
- 5Notify your attorney or accredited representative of any USCIS communications.
- 6If the waiver is approved, retain the approval notice for future immigration filings.
- 7If denied, review the denial notice for specific reasons before deciding on appeal or re‑filing.
Sources
- SRCForm name and purpose confirmed from USCIS Form I‑690 official page.
- SRCEligibility sections (INA 245A, 210) noted in USCIS instructions.
- SRCFiling address and fee details listed in the I‑690 PDF instructions.
- SRCSignature and translation requirements cited in the instructions.
- SRCNo specific deadline information found in the provided official source.
- SRCNo calculator fields identified in the form.
- SRCEvidence list derived from the instructions for each waiver ground.
- SRCProcessing time not provided in USCIS source.
- SRCElectronic filing availability not clearly stated in the provided source.
- SRCRFE handling described in general USCIS guidance, not specific to I‑690.
Common confusion points
Ground of inadmissibility
Applicants often mix up INA 245A (adjustment) with INA 210 (visa) categories.
→ Verify the statutory citation in the notice you received.
Fee amount
The fee changes annually and differs by category.
→ Check the fee table in the current instructions.
Signature type
Some users think a typed name counts.
→ Only a handwritten signature (or electronic signature if filing online) is valid.
Mailing address
Different lockbox addresses exist for I‑690 vs. other waiver forms.
→ Use the address listed in the exact I‑690 PDF you are filing.
Evidence sufficiency
Applicants assume a single letter is enough for hardship.
→ Provide multiple, specific, and dated affidavits.
Translation requirement
Users sometimes submit only the foreign document.
→ Include a certified English translation with the original.
Form edition
Older PDFs still circulate online.
→ Confirm the edition date on the first page matches the USCIS website.
Workflow map
Related forms and next steps
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After
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Form I‑290B (Notice of Appeal) – may be needed if I‑690 is denied.
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