Guides and updates

Form I-130 establishes a qualifying family relationship for immigration purposes. Here’s what it asks, who files it, and what it does and doesn’t do.

USCIS updated the N-400 biometrics and civics test process in late 2025. Here’s what actually changed and where to find the current official test materials.

Form I-90 is used to renew or replace a permanent resident (green) card. Here’s what it asks, when it applies, and current 2026 fees.

Form I-131 requests permission to travel while a green card application is pending, or a re-entry or refugee travel document. Here’s what it covers.

Form I-765 is the application for a U.S. work permit (EAD). Here’s what it asks, current 2026 fees, and the end of automatic EAD extensions.

Form I-485 is the application to become a permanent resident from inside the United States. Here’s what it asks and how 2026 review changes affect it.

A 2026 roundup of USCIS filing fee changes — including N-400, I-130, I-485, I-765, I-131, and I-90 — plus premium processing and new statutory fees.

Marrying a U.S. citizen or green card holder and sponsoring a spouse involves several USCIS forms. Here’s the full list, what each one does, and what it costs in 2026.

Form I-864 is the financial sponsorship form required in most family-based green card cases. Here’s what it asks and who has to file it.

Form N-400 is the USCIS application for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. Here’s what it asks, who typically files it, and current 2026 timelines.