What Triggers Removal Proceedings? Removal proceedings (also known as deportation proceedings) are initiated by immigration authorities when a non-citizen is believed to have violated U.S. immigration laws. These proceedings are handled by the immigration court system and can result in a person being removed (deported) from the United States. Common triggers for removal proceedings include: [...]

Do I Need a Lawyer to File Form I-751? You are not legally required to hire a lawyer to file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, but having an experienced immigration attorney can be very helpful, especially in certain situations. When You May Not Need a Lawyer: If your case is straightforward, for [...]

What Happens if You Don’t File for Removal of Conditions? If you don’t file for Removal of Conditions (Form I-751) on your conditional green card, several serious consequences can follow: 1. Your Conditional Green Card Will Expire Conditional green cards are valid for only 2 years. If you do not file Form I-751 during the [...]

What Happens After I-140 Is Approved? Once your Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) is approved by USCIS, the next step toward obtaining a green card depends on whether you are currently inside or outside the United States and whether your priority date is current. 1. Check the Visa Bulletin for the Priority Date [...]

  Can I Travel While Waiting for Removal of Conditions Approval? Yes, you can travel outside the United States while your Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) is pending, as long as you meet certain requirements. Key Requirements for Travel: You filed Form I-751 on time (before your conditional green card expired) or [...]

Can You Work While Form I-751 Is Pending? Yes, you can work while your Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) is pending, as long as your conditional green card status is still valid. When you file Form I-751 on time (before your conditional green card expires), USCIS automatically extends your permanent resident status [...]

Do Asylees Have to Pay for Form I-485? Yes, asylees generally must pay the required fees when filing Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. Unlike refugees—who are exempt from these fees—asylees are not automatically exempt and are expected to pay both the filing fee and the biometric services fee. Fee Waiver [...]

Does Form I-751 Require an Interview? An interview is typically required for Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence. This interview allows U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to verify the legitimacy of the marriage and ensure that the conditional permanent resident did not obtain status through fraud. However, USCIS may waive the interview [...]

What Happens if Form I-751 Is Denied? If your Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) is denied, the consequences are serious. A denial means that USCIS has determined you are no longer eligible to remain in the U.S. as a conditional permanent resident. As a result, your conditional green card status is terminated, [...]

What Evidence Is Needed for Removal of Conditions in I-751?  To successfully file Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence), you must provide evidence that your marriage is bona fide (real and ongoing).  Here’s a list of commonly accepted documents: 1. Proof of Shared Life Together Joint lease or mortgage agreements Utility bills with [...]