GurungBaini G
Aug 2, 2025
i-485 as asylee derivative or immediate relative of US citizen
Hi
I entered US as an asylee derivative. Since I am here for 1 year now I am applying for i-485. But my spouse has become US citizen last month. so do i apply only i-485 as asylee derivative or do i have to apply as immediate relative of US citizen with i-130?
Please suggest which route is better.
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Ahmi ahmiAug 3, 2025
as you carry derivative asylee immediate relative you have to file i485 derivative asylee adjustment of status after completion of one year . it’s my opinion as I know but it’s not a legal advice.
SC i730 fhgAug 3, 2025
@GurungBaini G do we have to wait a year after our arrival for applying i-485 or we can apply before that? How long does it takes for approval? Any idea?
Ahmi ahmiAug 3, 2025
wait for a complete one year.
GurungBaini GAug 3, 2025
@SC i730 fhg you need to wait 1 year before you file i-485
GurungBaini GAug 3, 2025
@Ahmi ahmi It has already been a year. but my concern is which route do i file i-485 !
Sarah nahhhAug 3, 2025
you don’t have to wait for 1 year anymore. you can apply now. I would suggest to apply as asylees
Sarah nahhhAug 3, 2025
when you apply through mariage, they will give you 2 year conditional green card. not like asylees
Ahmi ahmiAug 3, 2025
once you came as Ashlee you have choose same category for i485.
