You’re at the right place if:
You got a conditional green card based on marriage, and it has expired or will expire in two years.
Your marriage ended in divorce, and you’re filing a waiver of the joint filing requirement.
You’re a lawful permanent resident spouse or U.S. citizen spouse helping your partner remove conditions.
You’ve received a notice from the USCIS or are in removal proceedings and need swift legal help.
You want to ensure your form is properly filed.
File Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) with USCIS to move from a conditional resident to a full permanent resident. Getting this form right is important for your permanent green card.
Take note of these key facts:
File within the 90-day window just before the conditional residency expires. Filing too early can result in your application being rejected. Filing too late can be acceptable with justification.
Complete the entire petition. Incomplete documentation, missing forms, and wrong fees can lead to rejection.
USCIS will issue a receipt notice stating that your status has been extended while your case is still pending.
Let our green card lawyers assist you with the process to get your green card approved and renewed.
The default rule under the immigration law is that you and your U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse jointly file. Doing it together certifies to the USCIS that:
-The marriage was conducted according to your will rather than for immigration benefits.
-Your relationship is real and ongoing.
-There are no fraudulent marriages or misrepresentations.
Jointly filing requires both of you to sign the petition. USCIS will review the evidence you provided. They also review your home, finances, children, and daily routine if issues arise.
For a name change, provide a marriage certificate, court order, or divorce decree.
For incorrect information, provide a birth certificate or other documents showing the correct details.
For conditional permanent residents, provide additional documentation to remove conditions, such as joint lease agreements, tax returns, photos, and insurance policies to prove a shared life.
Submit clear copies rather than originals to USCIS, unless the agency requests originals.
Not every situation needs a joint filing. USCIS recognizes that some conditional residents can’t and shouldn’t file with their spouse.
If you qualify for a waiver, you may be eligible to request a waiver under these circumstances:
If the marriage led to divorce before filing Form I-751, you can request a waiver of the joint filing requirement.
Prove that the marriage was made in good faith, despite its end, and provide divorce documentation, such as a final decree.
If you have experienced extreme cruelty or battery from your spouse, you may be eligible for a waiver. You don’t need your spouse’s cooperation to file. Provide police reports, protective orders, medical records, or statements from counselors.
If you would experience extreme hardship if removed from the U.S., you may be eligible for a waiver. USCIS evaluates factors such as:
-Ties to your home country and what’s in store for you there.
-Your age, health, and financial situation.
-Time of stay in the U.S. and your level of integration with the people and culture.
-Family ties, especially to a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident family member/s.
Our lawyers at Hacking Immigration Law, LLC, help you build the strongest case for these waiver categories.
Failing to file before the expiration date of your conditional green card can result in:
-Loss of status: You’re at serious risk of getting your status terminated if you do not file Form I-751 on time.
-Removal proceedings: USCIS can issue a Notice to Appear and forward you to immigration court. You’re at risk of getting deported to your home country.
-Lost work authorization: You may have difficulty proving work authorization without valid documentation, which could affect employment.
-Travel restrictions: You may not be able to re-enter the U.S. after your overseas travel if you don’t file your petition on time.
Speak to our lawyers if you’re not sure of your filing deadline or if you've already missed it. They’ll guide you through it.
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The attorneys at the Hacking Immigration Law are dedicated to helping the foreign-born people of St. Louis to live and work in the United States. This dedication is reflected in the kind and grateful words of the clients they have helped. Read what others have to say about the hard work that the Hacking Immigration Law has done to help those in St. Louis.
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The attorneys at the Hacking Immigration Law are dedicated to helping the foreign-born people of St. Louis to live and work in the United States. This dedication is reflected in the kind and grateful words of the clients they have helped. Read what others have to say about the hard work that the Hacking Immigration Law has done to help those in St. Louis.
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