How is Consular Processing of immigrant visa different from Adjustment of Status?
The differences between Consular Processing and Adjustment of Status are:
•Consular Processing of immigrant visa is generally quicker than Adjustment of Status
•Consular Processing of immigrant visa must be processed in your foreign country of residence or country of birth. You must be physically present in the U.S. to apply for Adjustment of Status
•You may not apply for work permit or advance parole if you have applied for Consular Processing of immigrant visa. Adjustment of Status has the privilege of Work Permit and Advance Parole
•If you apply for Consular Processing of immigrant visa, you must do it through the consulate of the country of last residence or country of birth for an interview and medical exam. If you apply for Adjustment of Status, you need to take fingerprints and physical exam in the U.S.