India, Nov. 1 -- Green Card applicants should exercise additional caution while submitting Form I-485, since oversights or inaccuracies may result in rejection or lengthy processing delays, as per US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

"Applicants MUST properly complete Form I-485 per the form instructions," the USCIS said in a post on X.

The agency pointed to Part 9's public charge inadmissibility section, pointing out that some applicants had not provided all necessary information. It stressed that noncompliance could lead to delays or rejection.

Eligible people who are already in the US can apply for a Green Card using Form I-485, which is formally known as the "Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status....