Green Card applicant’s interview waved, approval received in 68 days despite being from ‘restricted’ countries
A Green Card applicant has recounted their success story following the approval of their I-485 application. The individual shared on Reddit that this outcome was entirely unexpected, as they had anticipated receiving a notice for an interview. The Reddit post sparked discussions among users sharing their own visa experiences, ranging from congratulations to frustrations over lengthy processing delays and varying timelines. (X/@unumihaimedia) What is the function of Form I-485? Form I-485, known as the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, allows an individual in the United States to seek lawful permanent resident status, commonly referred to as a ‘Green Card’. If you submitted Forms I-130 and I-485 simultaneously, both forms are typically approved concurrently. In such instances, your Green Card should arrive within two weeks. However, if you fall under the preference category, the wait time for obtaining a Green Card can range from 2 to 17 years, depending on your specific category. Here’s what Redditor said on Green Card approval timeline While HT.com cannot independently verify the authenticity of the Reddit post, …

