Should i file i 485 adjustment of status after status expired? what are my options?

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Should i file i 485 adjustment of status after status expired? what are my options?

Anonymous Oct 26, 2015 2 views 4 answers

i have a R1 special immigrant religious worker visa when i entered USA. the company sponsored me and filed my i360. i360 was filed june 2013. i received my i360 approval july 2015. i got the i797 notice of approval. next step is to file my i 485 adjustment of status. problem is, my status expired 2 years ago. i have no idea why it took uscis 2 years to make a decision on my i 360. now, i dont know if i should file i485 because i did some research and some says most probably it will be denied because my status expired. what are my options?

Ashkan Yekrangi · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T16:24:22+00:00

Ashkan Yekrangi

Ashkan Yekrangi · Jun 15, 2026

You can adjust status if status is expired if you have an approved I360. You need to talk to a lawyer.

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Elizabeth Kozycki · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T16:24:22+00:00

Elizabeth Kozycki

Elizabeth Kozycki · Jun 15, 2026

Did you try to extend or renew your R-1? When did you enter? You have to be in lawful status to file I-485.

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Alexander Joseph SegalImmigration AttorneyNew York, NYNY licensed · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T16:24:22+00:00

Alexander Joseph SegalImmigration AttorneyNew York, NYNY licensed

Alexander Joseph SegalImmigration AttorneyNew York, NYNY licensed · Jun 15, 2026

You are not eligible for adjustment of status unless grandfathered under former INA 245i

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Kyce Siddiqi · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T16:24:22+00:00

Kyce Siddiqi

Kyce Siddiqi · Jun 15, 2026

Based on the facts presented, you unfortunately cannot adjust status in my opinion.

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Should i file i 485 adjustment of status after status expired? what are my options?

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