F1 student applying for AoS

[Sophie Cho]

Hi, I am a F-1 student, visa expiring on June 2018 and I-20 expiring on May 2021. I started my first year at college in Fall 2016. After a semester, during winter break (now), I moved to another city to live with my boyfriend (US citizen) and got married here. I won't be in school anymore. In order to apply for AoS, what kind of forms do I (or my husband) need to get done? Also would I have to leave country since I'm not in school anymore for the Spring semester?

[Ti Nu]

Aos

You can look at uscis website to find out more details! I'll recommend to get an attorney since your case will be a bit different because you are dropping out of school. Married to U.S citizen doesn't guarantee you anything so apply for your paper work- you should maintain your F1 status just in case things goes wrong.

[newacct]

You do not need an attorney. This is very straightforward and it doesn't matter a single bit whether you are in status or not. The basic forms are I-130 and I-485, which should be filed together. Each form has many required documents and forms that need to be attached; read the instructions for what is needed. It is recommended to also file I-765 for EAD and I-131 for Advance Parole to allow her to work and/or travel in the meantime.