Form i-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

When Should I 

File Form I-485

 section for more information.

Person admitted to the United States as a fiancé(e) or child of a fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen (Form I-129F) 

(K-1/K-2 nonimmigrant)

Nonimmigrant fiancé(e) beneficiaries of Form I-129F always have a visa available, but may file Form I-485 only after 

marrying the U.S. citizen (Form I-129F petitioner) within the requisite 90-day period after admission to the United States 

on a K-1 visa. 

In addition to the evidence listed in the What Evidence Must You Submit with Form I-485 section, you must submit 

a copy of the marriage certificate to show that the K-1 nonimmigrant fiancé(e) married the U.S. citizen (Form I-129F 

petitioner) in the 90-day period.  This additional requirement applies to both K-1 principal and K-2 derivative applicants.

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Form I-485 Instructions   03/29/21    

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