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Adjustment of Status for Afghan Asylees and Refugees

Overview of Adjustment of Status and Attorney’s Role

Who Is This Course For?
What is Adjustment of Status and Why Is it Important (1:55)
Is Your Client an ASYLEE or REFUGEE?
The Adjustment Process and the Role and Work of the Attorney (6:43)
Sample Timeline for Adjustment of Status Case Representation
Tips on Approaching Your First Client Meeting (5:17)
Knowledge Check #1

Eligibility for Asylee and Refugee Adjustment

Asylee and Refugee Eligibility for Adjustment of Status (20:45)
Potential Bars to Adjustment: Grounds of Inadmissibility (36:09)
Asylee and Refugee Adjustment Waivers of Inadmissibility (9:09)
Important Differences for REFUGEE Adjustment Applicants
Knowledge Check #2

What to File

Filling Out Form I-485 (35:23)
Annotated Sample I-485
Finding a Copy of the I-589 (Asylum Application) (3:53)
I-693 Medical Exam
Filling out the G-28 Notice of Appearance
Considerations for When to File and What to File (3:26)
Cover Letter, Checklist, and Supporting Documents
Signatures on the Application
Knowledge Check #3

Application Process

Overall Filing and Adjudication Process for Asylee and Refugee Adjustment of Status (12:09)
Where and How to File
Sample I-485 Receipt Notice
Knowledge Check #4

Fees and Fee Waivers

Filing Fees
Fee Waiver Eligibility (10:36)
Filling Out the Fee Waiver Application (12:42)
Submission and Adjudication of the Fee Waiver Application
How to Pay Filing Fees (When Required)
Knowledge Check #5

Looking Ahead: Requests for Evidence, Adjustment Interviews, and Beyond

Requests for Evidence
Travel Authorization for Asylees and Refugees (4:47)
Family-Based Immigration Options for Asylees and Beyond
Knowledge Check #6

Questions? How To Request Technical Assistance from VECINA

Attorneys and Accredited Reps: How to Request Technical Assistance from VECINA

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