Success Stories: 10-year green card issued to I-751 waiver of joint filing applicant from the Mexico
We recently received an approval for form I-751 removal of temporary conditions application with a waiver of the joint filing requirement for our client from Mexico, who obtained a divorce from his petitioning U.S. citizen former spouse, which was granted without a request for evidence and without an interview! Congratulations to our client!
Formulario I-751: Eliminación de Condiciones Temporales para la Tarjeta Verde Condicional de 2 años (Residencia Condicional)
Un residente permanente condicional recibe una tarjeta verde válida por 2 años. Para seguir siendo residente permanente, el residente permanente condicional debe presentar una petición para eliminar las condiciones durante los 90 días previos a la expiración de la tarjeta. La tarjeta condicional no se puede renovar. Las condiciones deben ser eliminadas o perderás tu estatus de residente permanente.
FAQ: What is the removal of temporary conditions Form I-751 process for conditional residents?
If you have been married less than two years when you receive your permanent resident card (typically known as Green Card), you were likely given a conditional green card. which is different from the 10-year green card. Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, is used by conditional permanent residents to remove the conditions on their residence and obtain a 10-year Permanent Green Card. Read our FAQ regarding this process.
FAQ: Immigration Remedies for Domestic Violence Victims
U.S. immigration law provides protections and remedies for abused foreign spouses of U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents. If you are a victim of domestic violence, it’s important to know that you do not have to continue living with your abuser. Read our blog post to learn more about your immigration options.
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted to adjustment of status applicant who entered on a K-1 Fiancee Visa from the Dominican Republic
We recently had an approval for permanent residence (green card) for a Dominican national who entered on a K-1 Visa based on her marriage to her U.S. Citizen spouse at the USCIS Queens Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: How do I apply for a Green Card/Permanent Residence as the Fiancé(e) of U.S. Citizen?
In order to obtain a K-1 fiancé(e) visa, you and your fiancé(e) must intend to marry each other within 90 days of your foreign fiancé(e) entering the U.S as a K-1 nonimmigrant. After you get married within that period, you may apply for adjustment of status, the process in which your spouse (former fiancé(e)) obtains permanent residence. Find out more about this process in our FAQ.
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted to Transgender Filipina based on marriage to her U.S. citizen spouse
We recently received an approval for legal permanent residence (a green card) for a transgender Filipina client based on her marriage to her U.S. citizen spouse and it was granted without an interview. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: 10-year green card issued to I-751 removal of temporary conditions applicant from the Philippines
We recently received an approval for form I-751 application removal of temporary conditions jointly filed by our client from the Philippines and her U.S. citizen spouse, which was granted without a request for evidence and without an interview! Congratulations to our clients!
News Alert: USCIS extends Green Card validity for Conditional Residents with a pending I-751 or I-829
USCIS is extending the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) for petitioners who properly file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, or Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status for 48 months beyond the card’s expiration date. This change started on January 11, 2023, for Form I-829 and on January 25, 2023, for Form I-751.
10 Steps to a Successful Marriage-Based Green Card Application
A marriage-based green card grants permanent residency to the spouse of a U.S. citizen or green card holder allowing them to live and work in the United States. What are the steps in the green card process?
Success Stories: 10-Year Green Card Granted for Conditional Resident from the Philippines.
A conditional permanent resident receives a green card valid for 2 years. In order to remain a permanent resident, a conditional permanent resident must file a petition to remove the condition during the 90 days before the card expires. When the petition is approved, the applicant becomes a permanent resident and receives a 10-year green card.
Form I-751: Removal of Temporary Conditions for 2-year Conditional Green Card (Conditional Residence)
A conditional permanent resident receives a green card valid for 2 years. In order to remain a permanent resident, a conditional permanent resident must file a petition to remove the condition during the 90 days before the card expires. The conditional card cannot be renewed. The conditions must be removed or you will lose your permanent resident status.