What Evidence Is Needed for Removal of Conditions on a Green Card?

To remove conditions on a marriage-based green card, you must file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, and submit strong evidence showing that your marriage was entered into in good faith—not solely for immigration benefits. This is a critical step in proving the legitimacy of your relationship to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Key Evidence You Should Include:

1. Joint Financial Documents

• Joint bank account statements
• Credit card accounts in both names
• Joint tax returns (Form 1040)
• Shared insurance policies (health, auto, life)
• Utility bills or financial obligations with both names listed

2. Shared Residence Documents

• Joint lease or mortgage agreements
• Utility bills or mail addressed to both at the same address
• Property ownership documents in both names

3. Personal and Family Records

• Birth certificates of children born into the marriage
• Photos together across different times and locations (with brief captions)
• Travel itineraries or tickets showing shared trips
• Invitations, cards, or social media posts that show you as a couple

4. Affidavits from Friends and Family

• At least two affidavits from people who personally know you and your spouse and can attest to the bona fide nature of the relationship. These should include:
  • Full name and contact details of the affiant
  • How do they know you
  • Their knowledge of your relationship and observations

Also, read >>How To Prove Extreme Hardship in Immigration?

5. If Filing with a Waiver

If you’re applying for a waiver (due to divorce, abuse, or hardship), additional documentation is needed:

• Divorce decree or legal separation documents
• Police reports, restraining orders, or medical records (for abuse cases)
• Evidence showing why returning to your home country would cause hardship (for hardship waivers)

Also, read >> What Evidence Is Needed for Removal of Conditions in I-751?

Submitting comprehensive and organized evidence is key to a successful petition. USCIS may request additional evidence (RFE) if the initial submission is insufficient, so it’s important to be thorough and honest in all documentation provided.