Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence (US Green Card)

There are two types of Green Cards that are issued with conditions: Green Card through Marriage and Green Card through Investment. These two types of Green Cards are called Conditional Green Cards. The conditions must be removed after a certain period of time in order to maintain legal resident status in the United States. Failure to comply with regulations set forth by the United States could result in severe implications, such as deportation. Therefore, it is recommended to order the Remove Conditions on a Permanent Resident Card application guide order to ensure compliance.

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Conditional Green Card overview
Difference between a conditional Green Card and a permanent Green Card
Traveling with a conditional Green Card
Removal of conditions on a Green Card obtained through Marriage
Removal of conditions on a Green Card obtained through Investment
Change of address instructions for Green Card holders
How to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes
U.S. Citizenship overview
Dual Citizenship overview
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List of Required Documents
Information on Filing Fees
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
List of USCIS Offices Nationwide
Directory of U.S. Embassies and Consulates

The process of removing conditions on a conditional Green Card is different way to remove conditional status on a Green Card through Marriage is different from obtaining a removal of a condition for a Green Card through Investment. Failure to apply for removal of the conditions after a specified time will lead to the expiration of the Green Card and the bearer being considered “Out of Status.” The conditional resident status will automatically be terminated, and the USCIS will initiate removal proceedings against the individual. Once the application is submitted and approved, the applicant will receive the Permanent Green Card which must be renewed every ten years. Green Card holders keep their foreign citizenship and are required to bring their Green Card and passport when traveling abroad. Card holders are also subject to specific residency requirements to avoid losing their permanent resident status.

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Remove Conditions on a Green Card obtained through Marriage

In addition to applying for removal of the conditions, Green Card holders married to U.S. citizens are required to attend an immigration interview. The couple must prove that they living together as husband and wife. The purpose of the interview is to verify that the marriage was entered in good faith and not for the purpose of obtaining immigration benefits. The requirement for marital interviews to take place following two years of marriage was created by Congress in 1986. By requiring those that received Green Cards through marriage to attend an interview, the USCIS aims to discover fake marriages that were entered into for economic, business or immigration purposes.

Remove Conditions on a Green Card obtained through Investment

Individuals who obtained a conditional Green Card through Investment have to prove that the investment and business is viable. Evidence that may be required include tax returns, audited financial statements, and other business documents.

Green Card holders planning on applying for U.S. citizenship must fulfill a specific residency requirement

The time spent abroad does not count towards the residency requirement. However, Green Card holders may submit the “Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes.” For more information about traveling with a Green Card and how to apply for a Reentry Permit, it is recommended to order the Reentry Permit for Green Card Holders Application Guide.

The Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence Application Guide contains everything one needs to know in order to remain compliant with USCIS regulations governing conditional Green Cards.