Yes.

If You’ve Filed a Petition (Form I-130 or I-485):

🔹 1. Use the USCIS Case Status Tool

• Go to: https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus

• Enter the 13-character receipt number (starts with letters like “MSC”, “LIN”, “IOE”, etc.) found on the USCIS receipt notice (Form I-797).

• You can check status updates such as:

  • “Case Received”

  • “Case Approved”

  • “Interview Scheduled”

  • “Card Being Produced”

Use the USCIS Account

• If you filed the petition online or linked your paper case to a USCIS online account, log in at:
  https://my.uscis.gov

• View case history, estimated processing time, and get notifications.

If Your Parent Is Already in the U.S.

🔹 Check Their I-94 Record (Last Entry Info)

• Go to: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov

• Enter your parent’s passport information.

• You’ll see their immigration status (e.g., B-2, F-1) and admit until date.

If They Applied Through the National Visa Center (NVC)

• Once the I-130 is approved and sent to the Department of State:

  • Go to: https://ceac.state.gov/ceac

  • Use the NVC case number to check visa processing status.

  • You can also email NVC: NVCInquiry@state.gov

Eligibility Criteria

You may be eligible to adjust status if:

• You are physically present in the U.S.

• You entered the U.S. legally (with a visa or parole).

• An immigrant visa number is available (immediately for immediate relatives).

• You have an approved immigrant petition (e.g., Form I-130 or I-140).

• You meet admissibility requirements (no bars to adjustment such as certain crimes or immigration violations).

Step 1: File the Immigrant Petition

Usually submitted by a U.S. citizen or employer:

• Form I-130 (for family-based cases)

• Form I-140 (for employment-based cases)

If you’re an immediate relative (spouse, parent, or unmarried child under 21 of a U.S. citizen), you may file concurrently with Form I-485.

Step 2: File Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence)

Include the following:

• Form I-485

• Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support, if family-sponsored)

• Form I-693 (Medical Exam by USCIS-certified doctor)

• Passport photos, proof of lawful entry (I-94), and supporting documents

• Filing fee (around $1,225 for adults)

Step 3: Receive Receipt Notice (Form I-797C)

USCIS will send you a confirmation that your application has been received.

Step 4: Attend Biometrics Appointment

You’ll be scheduled to visit a USCIS Application Support Center to provide:

• Fingerprints

• Photograph

• Signature

Step 5: Attend Interview (if required)

USCIS may schedule an in-person interview. During the interview:

• Your documents will be reviewed

• You’ll be asked questions to confirm eligibility and background

• Marriage-based applicants will undergo relationship verification

Step 6: Wait for USCIS Decision

USCIS may:

• Approve your Form I-485 (you’ll receive a green card in the mail)

• Request more evidence (RFE)

• Deny the application (you may have appeal options)

Typical Timeline

• Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens: ~8–14 months (faster processing)

• Other categories: May take 1–3+ years depending on visa bulletin availability