ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS
Apply for Your Green Card Without Leaving the United States
Adjustment of status allows eligible individuals already present in the United States to become lawful permanent residents without departing for consular processing abroad. A complete adjustment package often includes multiple applications filed together.
Errors are difficult to correct and can cause denials with serious consequences. Attorney Goncalves prepares complete, consistent packages and prepares you for the USCIS interview.
The Adjustment Journey
Six Stages of an Adjustment Case
Eligibility Screening Before You File
Not everyone qualifies to adjust inside the U.S. We review manner of entry, current status, prior removals, criminal history, and immigration violations before recommending adjustment.
Concurrent Filing Strategy
Immediate relatives may often file concurrently in one package.
Medical Examination
A USCIS-designated civil surgeon must complete your medical exam. Results must remain valid through adjudication.
Biometrics Appointment
USCIS schedules fingerprinting and photograph collection after receiving your application.
USCIS Adjustment Interview
Most adjustment applicants attend an in-person interview. Marriage-based cases receive heightened scrutiny.
Green Card Production and Delivery
Upon approval, USCIS produces your green card and mails it to the address on file.
The Adjustment Interview
Most adjustment applicants attend an in-person interview at a USCIS field office. The officer reviews your entire application and asks questions about your eligibility, background, and — for marriage cases — your relationship.
Attorney Goncalves can attend your interview as your legal representative to advocate on your behalf.
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Attorney Jacquelyn R. Goncalves personally handles every case — Connecticut and nationwide.