Please note that all the processing data presented in this blog are manually fetched and verified each month from the USCIS Case Processing Times. Our team carefully checks and validates the information to ensure accuracy. Keep in mind that all data is intended to provide helpful insights into the immigration process, based on available information from USCIS.
What is Form I-751
Form I-751, officially called Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, is a USCIS form used to obtain a 10-year green card.
If you have been married for less than two years when the marriage-based green card is issued, the green card issued to your spouse will only be valid for two years.
This 2-year green card is called a ‘Conditional resident green card’.
Suppose the children have been granted U.S. conditional residency based on their parent’s marriage to a U.S. citizen or a lawful green card holder. They need to file I-751 as well.
While reviewing your I-751 application, USCIS will have one more opportunity to determine if the marriage is genuine.
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I-751 Processing Timetable
EZ485 manually gathered processing time directly from USCIS. Accuracy and timely data are guaranteed.
| Category | Office | 80% of cases are completed within |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents) | California Service Center | 17.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 20 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 29 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 29 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 29 Months | |
| All Field Offices | 35 Months |
What happened after filing I-751
On average, when you submit I-751, you will receive the following response from USCIS.
Case Was Received
This response means your I-751 is successfully accepted by USCIS. At this stage, you may wait for USCIS to process your case.
Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken
This response means you already attend the biometric appointment. You may wait for USCIS for further notice.
Case Transferred To Another Office
USCIS may transfer the case from the different service centers to optimize the case processing speed. In this case, you need to check the processing time above to find out the processing time of the service center where your case is now located.
Request for Initial Evidence Was Sent
USCIS sent you an RFE(Request for Evidence) for your I-751 application. This usually is caused by missing certain supporting documents you submitted on your initial submission.
Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent
Same as above.
Case Transferred And New Office Has Jurisdiction
USCIS may transfer the case from the different service centers to optimize the case processing speed. In this case, you need to check the processing time above to find out the processing time of the service center where your case is now located.
New Card Is Being Produced
This means your I-751 is approved, you may check your mailbox for delivery of the new green card.
Case is Ready to Be Scheduled for An Interview
USCIS may schedule an interview for the I-751 application if they have questions about your application. You need to check your mailbox for further interview schedule notice.
