What are some guidelines for the preparation and order of the application packages being forwarded to the NBC?
With regard to the specific content of an application/petition, please refer to the instructions attached to the individual application/petition form. With regard to the preparation and order of application/petition packages, we suggest the following order of documents to facilitate Lockbox processing: • Fee paper clipped (or stapled) to front left of uppermost document • G-28, if applicable (with original signatures of both the representative and the applicant) • Primary application/petition (with original signature of applicant/petitioner) • Supporting documentation For example, the following are the types of documents that would support the submission of a family-based I-485: • I-797 Receipt or Approval Notice for I-130 Petition for Alien Relative • Any documents that establish basic eligibility: NBC defines basic eligibility as: • Visa Eligibility: The applicant is eligible to receive an immigrant visa under the category in which he or she has applied. • Entry: The applicant was in
