❌ EB-3 I-485 Denied Due to USCIS Administrative Error - F1/OPT Applicant

❌ **Case Status: Denied** --- An F1/OPT visa holder had their I-485 denied due to a USCIS clerical error that confused their A-number and name with another individual who already held a green card. USCIS incorrectly concluded the applicant already had a green card and issued a denial, despite the I-130 having been approved. A Form I-290B motion to reopen has been filed and is pending. The applicant, maintaining valid F1/OPT status throughout, had their I-485 adjustment of status application denied due to an internal USCIS data error — specifically, a mismatched A-number and name with a different individual who had already received a green card. The denial letter erroneously stated the applicant was not eligible for adjustment because they 'already' had a green card. USCIS directed the applicant to file Form I-90 (green card replacement) rather than I-485, which is procedurally inappropriate given the applicant never received a green card. The I-130 petition remains approved. A Form I-290B (Notice of Appeal or Motion) has been submitted to challenge the erroneous denial. The applicant has maintained continuous lawful status, traveled internationally without issue, and has no removal proceedings. --- **[📎 View Original Post](https://www.reddit.com/r/USCIS/comments/1vreq1p/i485_denied/)** *Source: Reddit I-485 EB* --- *This post was automatically curated from online sources to share real case experiences with the community.*