Core form
I-485
Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
Apply to become a permanent resident while in the United States.
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FIND YOUR PATH
Who is this case for?
Spouses living in the United States who qualify to apply through adjustment of status.
Spouses of U.S. citizens
An immigrant visa is immediately available in this category. You must still meet the requirements for adjustment of status.
Spouses of permanent residents
Visa availability and your priority date affect when you can file. Check the USCIS filing charts and your adjustment eligibility first.
YOUR PAPERWORK, ORGANIZED
Forms Included in this Application
Start with the forms that fit your situation. Some are core to the case; others depend on prior filings, financial support, payment method, or benefits you want to request.
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Generally required
I-864
Affidavit of Support
The petitioning spouse documents financial support, unless an exemption applies.
Open Fillvisa form : I-864 -
Medical requirement
I-693
Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record
Completed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. Follow USCIS instructions for your required examination and submission.
View on USCIS : I-693 -
If not already filed
I-130
Petition for Alien Relative
The petitioning spouse establishes the qualifying family relationship.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130 -
With spouse petition
I-130A
Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary
Provides additional information about the spouse beneficiary with Form I-130.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130A -
If needed
Additional I-864
Affidavit of Support from a Joint Sponsor
A qualifying joint sponsor submits a separate affidavit when additional financial support is needed.
Open Fillvisa form : Additional I-864 -
If needed
I-864A
Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
Used when a qualifying household member agrees to make income or assets available to the sponsor.
View on USCIS : I-864A -
Payment option
G-1450
Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
Authorize a card payment when using this payment method for an eligible filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1450 -
Payment option
G-1650
Authorization for ACH Transactions
Authorize an ACH debit from a U.S. bank account. Follow current payment instructions for your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1650 -
Optional
I-765
Application for Employment Authorization
Request employment authorization if eligible while your adjustment application is pending.
Open Fillvisa form : I-765 -
Optional
I-131
Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records
Request advance parole if eligible. Review travel restrictions before leaving the United States.
View on USCIS : I-131 -
Optional
G-1145
E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
Request a text message or email when a USCIS lockbox accepts your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1145
Not every form listed is required for every applicant. Check current USCIS instructions, fees, and accepted editions before filing. Medical forms are completed with a civil surgeon; they are not a Fillvisa form tool.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Basic Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility depends on your circumstances. Use these points as a starting overview, then review the official requirements for your category.
Get StartedA qualifying marriage
You are legally married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, and can provide evidence that the marriage is genuine.
Eligibility to adjust status
You are physically present in the United States and generally were inspected and admitted or paroled. Exceptions and additional adjustment bars may apply.
Visa availability
Your category must permit filing. Spouses of permanent residents must check priority dates and the applicable USCIS filing chart.
Financial sponsorship
Meet the applicable affidavit-of-support requirements unless exempt. A qualifying joint sponsor or household member may help when needed.
Admissibility and case history
Health, immigration history, criminal history, and other factors may affect eligibility or require a waiver. Meeting the points above does not by itself establish eligibility.
Official guidance: spouses of U.S. citizens · family preference applicants. Fillvisa provides form tools and general information, not legal advice.
ONE STEP AT A TIME
Getting Started
Gather your information, choose your forms, and prepare at your own pace.
Fillvisa helps you complete supported forms in your browser. You review, sign, and submit your application following USCIS instructions.
Explore the forms- 1
Confirm your filing path
Review your eligibility, visa availability, and any petition already filed. Identify the forms and supporting evidence your case needs.
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Collect your documents
Gather identity and entry records, marriage and prior-marriage documents, evidence of your shared life, and financial records. Arrange a medical examination if required.
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Prepare, review, and file
Open the relevant form tools above. Check answers for consistency, follow signature instructions, and verify current fees and filing directions before submitting to USCIS.
CHOOSE THE HELP YOU NEED
Compare your preparation options
Prepare supported forms for free with Fillvisa, or explore paid services with additional guidance and support.
FREE FORM TOOLS
$0
Fillvisa service feeFillvisa
Free, browser-based tools to prepare supported forms yourself. No signup required.
ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS PACKAGE
$279
Additional forms may cost extraCitizenPath
Online preparation with personalized filing instructions and email and phone support.
ESSENTIALS
From $599
Enhanced $899 · Professional $1,299SimpleCitizen
Application preparation with multiple service levels, including options for legal review and support.
Prices are in USD and cover preparation services only. Government filing fees and medical examination costs are separate. These services differ in scope; compare included forms and support before choosing.
Compare features and support
A closer look at what each option provides.
| Features | Fillvisa | CitizenPath | SimpleCitizen |
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| Service price | $0 | $279 for the listed package | From $599; Enhanced $899; Professional $1,299 |
| Preparation approach | Self-service tools for individual forms | Guided online questionnaire | Application preparation with service tiers |
| Form coverage | Supported tools listed above; some forms link to USCIS | I-485, I-130 / I-130A as needed, and G-1145; additional forms cost extra | Advertises all required forms for the selected application |
| PDF output | Download supported completed forms | Ready-to-sign application download | PDF application |
| Filing guidance | General information and official USCIS links | Personalized instructions and evidence checklist | Package features vary by service tier |
| Human support | Help Center and community resources | Email and phone support | Live chat; additional services vary by tier |
| Legal services | No attorney review or representation included | Self-service package; see provider for legal-service options | Legal review / support options; check selected tier |
| Government filing fees | Separate, where applicable | Separate | Separate |
Checked October 26, 2026. Sources: CitizenPath package details and SimpleCitizen pricing and features. Prices and inclusions may change; confirm details with each provider.