United States · Immigration54
Entry Without Inspection
People who entered without being inspected generally cannot adjust status inside the U.S., even with an approved petition. Options may include consular processing with a waiver, 245(i) grandfathering, parole in place for military families, or humanitarian routes.
Requires current verification · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.
Who this is for
People who entered the U.S. without inspection at a port of entry.
Common problems
Filing can create risk
Some applications alert enforcement or lock in bad facts. Screening situations must be analyzed before anything is filed.