; (3) submits a completed application before the end of the period set forth in subsection (b)(3); (4) passes the national security and law enforcement clearances required under subsection (d)(1) to the satisfactory of the Secretary; and (5) pays the required processing fees and penalties in accordance with subsection (e). (b) Application (1) Submission requirements An alien described in subsection (a)(1) who is seeking blue card status shall submit an application— (A) to the Secretary, with the assistance of an attorney or a nonprofit religious, charitable, social service, or similar organization recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals under section 292.2 of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations