How to Assemble My I-485 Adjustment of Status Package

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How to organize my I-485 concurrent filing

I don't think there's a right or wrong way of organizing the I-485 package. It all depends on how you want the agent to review your case. I separated my package into 3 papers on top, 7 folders and 1 sealed envelope. Here's my filing order for your reference:

1. Two G-1450 Forms (on top) - Authorization for Credit Card Transactions for I-485 and I-130
2. Main Cover Letter
3. I-485 Folder - Adjustment of Status
4. I-864 Folder - Affidavit of Support
5. I-944 Folder - Declaration of Self-Sufficiency
6. I-130 Folder - Petition for Alien Relative & I-130A Supplementary Information for Spouse Beneficiary
7. Evidence of Bona-Fide Marriage Folder
8. I-765 Folder - Application for Employment Authorization
9. I-131 Folder - Application for Travel Document
10. Sealed I-693 Envelope - Report of Medical Examination & Vaccination Record

How to assemble my I-485 concurrent filing package

On the USCIS website, there are some guidelines you can follow:

• Use black ink
• Do not use highlighter or correction fluid/tape
• Do not use binders or folders that cannot be easily disassembled
• Make sure you have written "Original Submission" on the package and the main cover letter. 
• Add tabs at the bottom, not on the side
• Two-hole punching on top is appreciated - This is not required and I wasn't sure about the hole distance, so I decided to skip the hole punching

Check the USCIS filing tips webpage for more details.

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• How many G-1145 forms and cover letters should I include in my I-485 application package?
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• Where do I mail my I-485 Package?

Disclaimer: This article is for sharing my personal experience only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice.