What is form I-751 and what is it used for?
What Is Form I-751? Form I-751 (officially called the “Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence”) is a form used to upgrade a 2-year conditional green card to a full 10-year green card.
When to file form I-751 jointly with your spouse?
Filing Calculator for Form I-751 (Filing Jointly with Your Spouse) If we granted you conditional permanent resident status through marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, use Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, to file for the removal of those conditions. When to File Your Form I-751
How long does it take to get approval on form I-751?
Obtaining the approval on Form I-751 is a process that takes approximately 12 to 18 months for most petitioners. If your conditional green card is expiring within 90 days and your residence is based on your marriage or your parent’s marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you must file Form I-751. Form I-751 is a joint petition.
When to file form I-751 if my conditional residence expires?
We will reject your Form I-751 if you file more than 90 days before the date your conditional residence expires. Use our Filing Calculator for Form I-751 (Filing Jointly with Your Spouse) to determine your 90-day filing date.
How much does it cost to remove a condition on I-751?
All Form I-751 petitions also require an $85 biometric service fee for each person applying to remove conditions on their residence on the same form. You may pay the fee with a money order, personal check, or cashier’s check.
Can a conditional resident spouse file form I-751 separately?
Generally, the conditional-resident spouse and the spouse who originally sponsored their green card must file Form I-751 jointly. However, if that isn’t possible — in cases when the couple has divorced or the sponsoring spouse has died or become abusive — then Form I-751 can be filed individually or the joint-filing requirement can be waived.
How do I find the edition date on form I-751?
You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions. Dates are listed in mm/dd/yy format. For a complete list of addresses, visit our Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-751 page. Don’t forget to sign your form.
How do I file form I-751 to remove conditions on residence?
CitizenPath has created a I-751 sample cover letter to help you file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence. You are not required to use a cover letter when filing Form I-751. However, a cover letter can be helpful if have unusual circumstances or need to clarify the details of your case.
How much does it cost to get a biometric I-751?
You will also have to pay an $85 biometric fee for yourself, and an additional $85 for each dependent included on your I-751. You can request a fee waiver based on your household income, receipt of means-tested benefits, or financial hardship. You can pay the fee with a money order, personal check, or cashier’s check.
When to file form I-751 when your green card expires?
It’s important that you file the I-751 90 days before your conditional green card expires. The purpose of Form I-751 is to prove that you entered the marriage in good faith or applying for a waiver of joint filing. Note: If you are filing late (after your green card expired) then you must submit a letter of explanation as to why you waited so long.
When to file form I-751 if you are not married?
If you are not married to your U.S. citizen spouse, file I-751 with a waiver. It’s important that you file the I-751 90 days before your conditional green card expires. The purpose of Form I-751 is to prove that you entered the marriage in good faith or applying for a waiver of joint filing.
When to file an I-751 waiver for a green card?
This type of I-751 application is referred to as a waiver application. This form must be filed within the 90-day period immediately before the expiration of the two-year conditional Green Card. It is very important that I-751 is filed on time and without delay.
When to file form I-751 if your spouse dies?
However, if that isn’t possible — in cases when the couple has divorced or the sponsoring spouse has died or become abusive — then Form I-751 can be filed individually or the joint-filing requirement can be waived. It’s important to file Form I-751 in a timely manner to avoid complications, such as the immediate loss of permanent resident status.
When to file form I-751 if you have a conditional residence?
If you are filing with your U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse (called “filing jointly”), you must file your Form I-751 during the 90-day period immediately before your conditional residence expires. We will reject your Form I-751 if you file more than 90 days before the date your conditional residence expires.
What happens if I don’t file my I-751 petition?
Technically, conditional residents who fail to file a timely I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence automatically lose their status.
For instance, if your green card’s expiration date is April 1, 2021, then you can file Form I-751 no earlier than January 1, 2021, or 90 days. You must file no later than April 1, 2021, in order to maintain your green card status. If you are filing your I-751 by yourself