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Diplomats: Adjustment of Status

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When entering the U.S. as a diplomat, you may qualify to receive a permanent residence visa or green card. (Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) Section 13)


Are you eligible?

  • Complete form I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

  • Meet the requirements for U.S. permanent residence

  • Show that you entered the U.S. as a nonimmigrant on an A-1, A-2, G-1 or G-2 visa and are unable to maintain that status

  • Your work in the U.S. is diplomatic / semi-diplomatic (not custodial, clerical, menial labor)

  • You or immediate family members need to remain in the U.S. for reasons of national interest

  • There are no reasons your permanent residence would threaten the national welfare, safety or security

  • Demonstrate “good moral character”

Documents to prepare

  • Birth certificate (copy)

  • Form I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

  • Form I-566, Interagency Record of Request
    Form I-508, Waiver of Rights, Privileges, Exemptions, and Immunities
    Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record
    Documents showing you entered the U.S. as a A-1, A-2, G-1, or G-2 nonimmigrant

  • Two (2) passport-style photos

  • Other affidavits or documents that demonstrate that you meet the eligibility criteria

Additional notes:

  • You will also be submitting a signed, sworn statement that you make at the interview

  • You will have to pay related fees.

  • You can apply for advance parole, or approval to travel and work while your green card application is pending.

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Immigration law can be complicated and this article does not exhaust all the issues that could arise for adjusting status as a diplomat. These issues can be extremely complex, and a single misstep could potentially lead to a deportation or other immigration penalties. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

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