Once their I-526 petitions are approved, immigrant investors can adjust their status within the United States to become U.S. conditional permanent residents. In order to do this the principal applicants and all of their dependents must each file an I-485 petition. This form is only for EB-5 investors that are already in the United States, if you are still in your home country you must file the DS-230 and process through your local U.S. consulate or embassy. Form I-485 is the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. This form requires that each applicant disclose biographical information to USCIS so they can determine if the applicant is eligible for permanent residency. Form I-485 is typically filed on behalf of the applicant by an immigration attorney.