What AOS means
It can be filed with or after an I-140 when the applicant's priority date is current. Applicants can request a work permit (I-765) and travel document (I-131) while it's pending.
Where it comes up
- EB-1A overviewExtraordinary Ability Green Card
- EB-2 NIW overviewNational Interest Waiver
- PERM overviewLabor Certification (EB-2 / EB-3)
Related terms
- AOS: Adjustment of StatusAdjustment of status is the process of becoming a green card holder from inside the U.S. without returning abroad for a visa interview.
- Priority DateA priority date is a green card applicant's place in line, usually the date the PERM or I-140 was filed.
- EAD: Employment Authorization DocumentAn EAD (Form I-766) is a USCIS-issued work permit card, applied for on Form I-765.
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