Introduction:
Conditional permanent residence is an immigration status granted to certain people who want to live and work in the United States permanently. This status is valid for an initial period of two years and is subject to certain conditions. In this article, we'll explore what conditional permanent residence is, who is eligible to obtain it, and the steps necessary to acquire it.
Conditional permanent residence, also known as a conditional “Green Card”, is granted to individuals who marry a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States and have been married for less than two years at the time of application. This condition applies to ensure that the marriage is not fraudulent and provides a trial period to prove the authenticity of the relationship.
The following groups of people are eligible to apply for conditional permanent residence:
1. Spouses of U.S. citizens: Those who marry a U.S. citizen and have been married for less than two years.
2. Spouses of legal permanent residents: People who marry a legal permanent resident of the United States and have been married for less than two years.
The process for obtaining conditional permanent residence involves the following steps:
1. Submit Form I-485: The applicant must complete and submit Form I-485, Application for Registration of Permanent Residence or Adjustment of Status, along with the required documents and payment of appropriate fees.
2. Verification and interview process: Once the application is submitted, a background check process will take place and an interview will be scheduled with the applicant and their spouse at a local USCIS office.
3. Elimination of the condition: As the two-year term of conditional permanent residence approaches, it is necessary to file Form I-751, Petition to Eliminate the Conditions of Residence, to request the removal of the condition and obtain permanent residence without restrictions.
Conditional permanent residence is a first step in obtaining permanent residence in the United States for those who marry U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. It provides an opportunity to prove the authenticity of the marriage and, once
Once the condition has been eliminated, it allows you to enjoy the benefits and rights of permanent residence without restrictions. If you are in this situation, at the Multiservices Family we have immigration experts ready to advise and guide you through the process. Don't hesitate to contact us! #ResidenciaCondicional #GreenCard #Inmigración.
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