How to Avoid Losing Your Conditional Green Card

Learn how to protect your conditional green card and transition to permanent residency in the U.S.

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Yes, you can lose your conditional green card if specific conditions are not met. To maintain it, you must file Form I-751 within 90 days before the two-year expiration date of your conditional status. Failure to do so, or if the relationship (basis of the card) ends in divorce or annulment, can result in losing your residency status. Ensure you meet all conditions to transition to a permanent green card.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens if I miss the Form I-751 filing deadline? Missing the Form I-751 filing deadline can lead to losing your conditional residency status.
  2. Can I lose my conditional green card due to divorce? Yes, if the relationship that qualifies your conditional green card ends in divorce or annulment, you may lose your residency.
  3. How long do I have to file Form I-751? You must file Form I-751 within 90 days before the two-year expiration date of your conditional residency.
  4. What is the process to transition from a conditional to a permanent green card? To transition, you must file Form I-751 and meet all eligibility requirements related to your conditional residency status.

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