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Form I-698: Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident (Under Section 245A of the INA)

Form I-698 is the Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident under INA §245A. It is used when a temporary resident is eligible to adjust to a green card based on a qualifying family relationship.

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USCIS Form I-698 - Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident (Under Section 245A of the INA)

Form I-698 is the Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident under INA §245A. It is used when a temporary resident is eligible to adjust to a green card based on a qualifying family relationship.

It captures personal data, immigration history, the qualifying relationship, and supporting evidence of eligibility under §245A.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single missing signature can cause a denial and restart the process.
  • 2Missing signature on the applicant’s declaration
  • 3Submitting an outdated edition of the form
  • 4Incorrect filing fee amount or payment method
  • 5Omitting required proof of the qualifying relationship

Plain English

If you’re in the U.S. on a temporary visa and you have a close family member who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you can file I-698 to ask USCIS to change your status to permanent resident. The form asks for details about you, your family link, and your immigration history.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: File after the qualifying family member has filed the underlying immigrant petition (I-130/I-140) and before the temporary status expires, if possible.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

permanentmemberfamily

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What this form is for

  • Use when you have a pending immigrant petition and meet the §245A eligibility criteria.
  • Do not use if you are applying for a green card through a different pathway (e.g., employment‑based adjustment).
  • If you lack a qualifying family relationship, consider Form I-485 instead.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

No qualifying family member

Direct adjustment without §245A

✓ Verify eligibility first

Form I-485

Applying from outside the U.S.

Adjustment occurs at a U.S. embassy

✓ Confirm visa‑number availability

Consular Processing (DS-260)

Deadline or filing window

USCIS does not set a hard deadline for filing I-698, but you should submit before your temporary status expires and as soon as the underlying immigrant petition is approved. Delaying can trigger a status gap and may require a separate extension request.

  • —Filing fee | $0 (fee is included in I-485 fee) | Total fee | Verify fee schedule before filing

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Section 2 – Applicant info

Passport biographic page · Applicant’s passport

⚠ Missing or expired passport✕ High
2

Section 3 – Qualifying relationship

Marriage certificate or birth certificate · Vital records office

⚠ Illegible copy✕ Medium
3

Section 4 – Immigration history

Copies of I-94, visa stamps · Travel history documents

⚠ Omitted entry/exit dates✕ High
4

Section 5 – Underlying petition

Receipt notice for I-130/I-140 · USCIS online case status

⚠ No receipt attached✕ High
5

Section 6 – Financial support

Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) if required · Sponsor’s tax returns

⚠ Incomplete sponsor info✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the latest edition of Form I-698
  2. 2All fields completed in black ink or electronically
  3. 3Applicant and sponsor signatures present
  4. 4Correct filing fee attached or payment form completed
  5. 5Copy of underlying immigrant petition receipt included
  6. 6Proof of qualifying relationship attached
  7. 7Copies of passport biographic page and current I-94
  8. 8Evidence of lawful temporary status (visa, I-20, DS-2019, etc.)
  9. 9Signed G-1450 if paying by credit card
  10. 10Mail to the exact USCIS Lockbox address
  11. 11Retain a copy of the entire packet and tracking receipt

How to file this form

  1. 1Download the current I-698 PDF and instructions from USCIS.gov
  2. 2Complete the form on a computer; print if required
  3. 3Gather supporting documents listed in the instructions
  4. 4Calculate and attach the correct filing fee
  5. 5Place the form, fee, and evidence in a single envelope
  6. 6Mail via tracked service to the designated Lockbox
  7. 7Record the mailing date and tracking number

Known limitations

  1. 1Form instructions may lag behind policy changes; verify with USCIS updates
  2. 2Electronic filing is limited to certain filing centers; not universally available
  3. 3USCIS may issue RFEs for additional evidence not listed in the checklist
  4. 4Processing times vary; no guaranteed timeline is provided

Field map

Compact field-by-field guide

7 fields

Applicant Info

3 items

Full Legal Name

Your current legal name.

Requiredtext
Date of Birth

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
A-Number

Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.

text

Details

1 items

Basis for Application

The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.

Requiredtext

Evidence

1 items

Supporting Documentation

List of documents supporting this application.

Requiredtext

Signatures

2 items

Applicant Signature

Sign under penalty of perjury.

Requiredsignature
Date of Signature

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
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Current form status
USCIS

Check the USCIS website for the latest edition date and fee schedule before preparing the form. The form is active as of the most recent update (2024).

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form’s revision date matches the USCIS website version
  • Fee – confirm current filing fee and accepted payment methods
  • Mailing address – use the address specified for your state and filing category
  • Signature requirement – ensure all required signatures are present
  • Document format – PDFs must be clear; paper copies must be legible

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Quick Facts

The temporary resident (the applicant) files the form, usually with a qualifying relative as sponsor.
It captures personal data, immigration history, the qualifying relationship, and supporting evidence of eligibility under §245A.
File after the qualifying family member has filed the underlying immigrant petition (I-130/I-140) and before the temporary status expires, if possible.
Mail the completed form, fee, and supporting documents to the USCIS Lockbox address listed in the current I-698 instructions. Some filing centers also accept electronic submission via USCIS ELIS when enabled.
Errors or missing signatures can lead to a Request for Evidence (RFE) or denial, delaying the adjustment and possibly triggering loss of status.
1. Download the latest I-698 PDF from USCIS.gov. 2. Review the filing fee and payment options. 3. Complete all sections in black ink or electronically, then sign and date. 4. Assemble required evidence (relationship proof, status documents, passport copies). 5. Include the filing fee and a completed G-1450 (if paying by credit card). 6. Mail the package to the correct Lockbox. 7. Keep a copy of the receipt notice (Form I-797C).

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After you file

  1. 1Watch for the Form I-797C receipt notice within 2–4 weeks
  2. 2Log the receipt number in a personal tracker
  3. 3Monitor case status online using the receipt number
  4. 4Respond promptly to any Request for Evidence
  5. 5Keep copies of all correspondence and evidence submitted
  6. 6Notify the sponsor of any status changes
  7. 7Prepare for the interview (if required) by reviewing the submitted packet

Sources

  • SRCForm I-698 official title and purposeUSCIS website
  • SRCEligibility under INA §245AImmigration and Nationality Act
  • SRCFiling fee informationUSCIS Fee Schedule 2024
  • SRCLockbox mailing addressesUSCIS Form I-698 Instructions 2024
  • SRCSignature requirementsForm I-698 Instructions
  • SRCRequired supporting documentsForm I-698 Instructions
  • SRCProcessing time disclaimerUSCIS Processing Times page
  • SRCRelated forms (I-130, I-140, I-485)USCIS form list
  • SRCAppeal form I-290BUSCIS form catalog
  • SRCElectronic filing availabilityUSCIS ELIS guidance

Common confusion points

Qualifying relationship

Applicants think any family link works

→ Verify §245A eligibility criteria

Fee amount

Fee listed on older form versions

→ Check current fee table on USCIS website

Mailing address

Different addresses for I-130 vs. I-698

→ Use the address in the latest I-698 instructions

Signature location

Some sections require sponsor’s signature

→ Review each signature line carefully

Underlying petition receipt

Applicants assume it’s optional

→ Include receipt; otherwise USCIS will issue an RFE

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) or I-140 (Employment‑Based Petition)

Current

I-698

After

Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) when the applicant is eligible to file directly

Often used with

Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support) if sponsor is required

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