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Form I-698: Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident (Under Section 245A of the INA)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-698 is the Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident under INA §245A, filed by temporary resident aliens seeking lawful permanent residence. It must be filed within the 2‑year window that begins 19 months after temporary status is granted.
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USCIS Form I-698 - Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident (Under Section 245A of the INA)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-698 is the Application to Adjust Status from Temporary to Permanent Resident under INA §245A, filed by temporary resident aliens seeking lawful permanent residence. It must be filed within the 2‑year window that begins 19 months after temporary status is granted.
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Scan points- 1Submitting I-698 without a valid handwritten signature leads to immediate rejection.
- 2Submitting the form without a handwritten signature or with a typed name.
- 3Omitting the required filing fee, causing the application to be rejected.
- 4Failing to include the translator’s signature, printed name, date, and contact information when a translation is attached.
- 5Not attending a required biometrics appointment, which may lead to denial.
Plain English
Form I-698 lets a temporary resident apply to become a lawful permanent resident. You must meet continuous residence rules and file during the specific 2‑year period. The form requires a handwritten signature and the correct filing fee. Missing any required part can cause the application to be rejected.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The application must be filed during the 2‑year period that begins 19 months after the date temporary resident status was granted.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you are a temporary resident granted status under INA §245A and wish to adjust to lawful permanent residence.
- Do not use it when you are not a temporary resident granted status under INA §245A.
- Check Form G-1055 instead when you need specific fee information for Form I-698.
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Need to determine filing fee
Provides exact fee amount for Form I-698
✓ Verify fee amount matches schedule
Submitting the adjustment application
Main form for adjustment under INA §245A
✓ Ensure form is complete and signed
Address change after filing
Fee schedule referenced; address updates handled separately
✓ Confirm address updated within 10 days
Deadline or filing window
The filing window opens 19 months after temporary resident status is granted and closes at the end of the subsequent 2‑year period. No extension is provided; filing outside this window results in ineligibility.
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What you need before filling it out
Photocopy of original signature document
Original document with handwritten ink signature · Applicant’s records
Translator certification
Translator’s signature, printed name, date, contact info · Translator’s statement
Biometrics oath
Signed oath at appointment · Appointment notice
Address change notification
New address submitted within 10 days · USCIS address change system
Fee payment
Payment per Form G-1055 fee schedule · Fee schedule document
Before you submit
- 1Type or print legibly in black ink
- 2Enter height in feet and inches as instructed
- 3Enter weight in pounds as instructed
- 4Provide daytime telephone number, mobile number, and email address if applicable
- 5Attach a clear photocopy of the original document with handwritten ink signature
- 6Include any required translator certification with full contact details
- 7Pay the filing fee according to the amount listed in Form G-1055
- 8Sign and date the application
- 9Do not leave any blank spaces on the form
- 10Review the entire application for completeness before mailing
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form I-698 using black ink or typed text
- 2Gather all required evidence and supporting documents
- 3Pay the filing fee as specified in Form G-1055
- 4Sign and date the application
- 5Make a copy of the completed form and all attachments for your records
- 6Submit the application to the designated USCIS filing location
- 7Obtain a receipt or acceptance notice as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Not for U.S. citizens
- 2Not for individuals not granted temporary residence under INA §245A
- 3Not for address‑change requests sent to the USCIS Lockbox
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name.
MM/DD/YYYY.
Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.
Details
1 items
The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents supporting this application.
Signatures
2 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
MM/DD/YYYY.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the submitted Form I-698 and all supporting documents
- 2Retain any fee payment records for at least five years
- 3Monitor USCIS communications for a biometric appointment notice
- 4If a deficiency notice is received, correct the issue and resubmit
- 5Update your address with USCIS within 10 days of moving
- 6Store the acceptance or receipt notice as proof of filing
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose: persons granted temporary residence under section 245A may use Form I-698 to adjust status
- SRCInstructions p.2 — fee information is found on Form G-1055
- SRCInstructions p.2 — photocopy, fax, or scan must be of the original document containing the handwritten ink signature
- SRCInstructions p.3 — translator certification must include signature, printed name, date, and contact information
- SRCInstructions p.4 — height entered in feet and inches; weight entered in pounds
- SRCInstructions p.5 — address change must be reported within 10 days; do not submit change of address to the Lockbox
- SRCInstructions p.5 — form rejected if not signed or fees missing
- SRCInstructions p.6 — do not mail completed Form I-698 to the burden‑estimate address
Common confusion points
Do I need to submit original documents?
Source requires a photocopy of the original with ink signature, not the original itself
→ Verify you are sending a clear photocopy, not the original
What if I miss my biometric appointment?
Non‑attendance may lead to denial per instructions
→ Confirm appointment date and attend or request reschedule
Can I file this form if I am a U.S. citizen?
Form is for temporary residents under INA §245A only
→ Do not use; consider a different form appropriate for citizens
How do I report a change of address?
Must notify USCIS within 10 days; do not submit to the lockbox
→ Use the USCIS online address‑change tool or call the Contact Center
Where do I send the completed Form I-698?
Instructions state not to mail to the burden‑estimate address
→ Follow the filing location directions on the USCIS website
Do I need a translator certification for English documents?
Certification required only if a translation is provided, must include signature, printed name, date, and contact info
→ Ensure translator’s details are complete
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Questions about USCIS Form I-698
What is USCIS Form I-698 used for?
Form I-698 lets a temporary resident apply to become a lawful permanent resident. You must meet continuous residence rules and file during the specific 2‑year period. The form requires a handwritten signature and the correct filing fee. Missing any required part can cause the application to be rejected.
Who must file USCIS Form I-698?
Temporary resident aliens who want to adjust status to lawful permanent residence under section 245A of the INA must file USCIS Form I-698.
What information does USCIS Form I-698 require?
The form collects personal data such as height, weight, eye color, and hair color (Item Numbers 3‑6), applicant contact information, certification, and signature in Part 4, and any translator certification details. Extra information can be added in Part 7.
When is USCIS Form I-698 due?
The application must be filed during the 2‑year period that begins 19 months after the date temporary resident status was granted.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-698?
Check the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/I-698 for the current filing address; do not mail the completed form to the address listed for the burden estimate.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-698?
Type or print legibly in black ink and complete all required fields, including height, weight, eye color, and hair color. Provide daytime, mobile, and email contacts in Part 4, sign and date the certification, and attach a translator’s signature if a translation is used. Use Part 7 for any additional information, include the correct filing fee, and submit to the address listed on the USCIS website.
What happens if USCIS Form I-698 is filed incorrectly?
If the form lacks a valid handwritten signature or the correct fee, USCIS will reject it. Failure to attend a required biometrics appointment may lead to denial.
Do I need to submit original documents?
Source requires a photocopy of the original with ink signature, not the original itself Verify you are sending a clear photocopy, not the original
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