Adjustment of Status

Adjustment of status is the process where you can apply for lawful permanent resident status when you are present in the United States without having to return to your home country. U.S. immigration law allows a temporary visitor to change status to a permanent resident if the individual lawfully entered the file an adjustment of status application, the intending immigrant must meet three fundamental requirements. Eligibility to adjust status requires that the applicant must: be physically present inside the United States; have made a lawful entry into the United States; and have an immigrant visa immediately available to you. If you need help determining if you qualify to petition for adjustment of status, please contact us for a consultation.