The US immigration process relies on a series of forms, each of which is designed for specific immigration needs and for particular steps in the process. Understanding what forms need to be filed, as well as what fees are involved, is a critical part of each immigration-related service. An experienced immigration attorney can handle these detailed forms for you. If you will be making an immigration petition or have an immigration issue, call a local immigration lawyer today.

Types of Forms

Immigration forms will vary depending upon the service sought. Often, a fee is required and must be mailed with the completed form, although you may qualify for a fee waiver if certain requirements are met. A list of some of the more common services and their associated forms and fees include:

• Naturalization
  Form: N-400 Application for Naturalization
• For an alien to temporarily perform service, labor, or to train in the US
  Form: I-120 Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker
• Bring an alien fiancé(e) to the US for marriage
  Form: I-29F Petition for Alien Fiance(e)
• Establish a relationship to immediate alien relatives who wish to immigrate to the US
  Form: I-130 Petition for Alien Relative
• For an alien worker to become a permanent resident
  Form: I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker
• Stay deportation or removal after a deportation order
  Form: I-246 Application for Stay of Deportation or Removal
• To obtain Permanent Residence Status
  Form: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status
• Request for an extension of stay or change to other nonimmigrant status
  Form: I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status
• Classify an alien orphan as an immediate relative
  Form: I-600 Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relative
• Classify a yet undetermined alien orphan as an immediate relative
  Form: I-600A Application for Advance Processing of Orphan Petition
• Apply for legalization
  Form: I-687 Application for Status as a Temporary Resident Under Section 245A of the Immigration and Nationality Act
• Receive Permanent Resident status following Temporary Residence status
  Form: I-698 Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident

For updated information regarding the fees required for filing any of these forms, please visit the USCIS. To discuss your situation and if additional forms are required, please check with your attorney.

Conclusion

Completing and submitting the proper forms and fees in a timely manner is critical to receiving the immigration-related service that you are seeking. Often, an immigration service may require the submission of several different forms and more than one fee. An attorney can help - call one today.

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