Adjustment of Status Documents and Evidence Checklist

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A complete, well organized package reduces delays and requests for evidence. The exact list depends on your category. The items below are typical.

Identity and entry

Passport biographic page and any visas.
Birth certificate with a translation if not in English.
Form I-94 record and proof of lawful entry.
Prior immigration notices and approvals.

Civil documents

Marriage certificate and proof that prior marriages ended, if relevant.
Divorce decrees or death certificates.
Documents for children.

Medical examination

A report from a USCIS-designated civil surgeon is usually required, with the vaccination record. We tell you when the exam should be done so that it is valid when filed.

Financial support

An affidavit of support from the petitioner or sponsor in family cases.
Tax returns, pay records and employment letters.
Evidence of household size and resources.

Category-specific evidence

Marriage-based cases: evidence of a real marriage, such as shared leases, accounts, photos and travel records.
Employment-based cases: job offer letters, approved petitions and employer information.

Police and court records

If you have ever been arrested or charged, even if the case was dismissed, we collect certified court records so the case is handled correctly.

Adjustment of status guide

How our firm helps with adjustment of status

We review your entry, status history and any arrests before filing, because eligibility problems are easier to prevent than to fix.
We prepare the application, medical forms, affidavit of support and evidence as one coordinated package.
We prepare you for the interview and attend with you where allowed.
We manage work permits and travel documents so you can work and, where safe, travel while the case is pending.
We respond to requests for evidence and, if needed, pursue a motion or a new filing.

Situations we handle

Spouses of U.S. citizens
Employment-based applicants with long waits
People with a past overstay or arrest
Cases with a request for evidence or an interview notice

Why clients choose our firm

A Texas-licensed attorney serving immigration clients in all 50 states.
Russian-language service for clients and families.
Clear communication and updates through our client portal.
A full review of your history before anything is filed, so problems are caught early.
Organized filings and representation through interviews, requests for evidence and appeals.

Get help with adjustment of status

Request a consultation to review your situation. Legal plan members can mention their plan when booking.

This page is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Immigration rules, policies and fees change often. Last updated: November 2026.