How Much Does It Cost to Remove Conditions on a Green Card? To remove conditions on a green card, you must file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, if you obtained your permanent residency through marriage. The current cost structure (as of the latest USCIS fee schedule) is: Filing fee: $750 Biometrics fee [...]

What Happens if Conditions Are Removed From a Green Card? When conditions are successfully removed from a green card, the individual becomes a lawful permanent resident (LPR) without conditions. This is an important milestone in the U.S. immigration process, particularly for those who originally received a conditional green card through marriage or entrepreneurship. Here’s what [...]

Under What Conditions Can Permanent Residency Be Rescinded? Permanent residency—commonly known as holding a green card—grants individuals the right to live and work in the United States indefinitely. However, this status is not absolute. It can be revoked or rescinded under specific conditions, especially if the individual violates immigration laws or other legal obligations. Here [...]

How Do You Remove Conditions from a Permanent Resident? If you received a 2-year conditional green card (usually through marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident), you must file a petition to remove the conditions before your green card expires. This process allows you to become a 10-year lawful permanent resident. Here’s how the [...]

How Much Is the Fee for Removal of Conditions? The fee for filing Form I‑751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) is currently $750, which now includes the biometric services fee as of April 1, 2024. Breakdown: I‑751 filing fee (inclusive of biometric collection): $750 per petition, regardless of the number of conditional residents included. No [...]

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 [...]