What is Form I-829?
Form I-829 is the Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status. It is important for individuals who obtained a Green Card through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. This form allows investors to remove the conditions on their permanent residency after meeting investment and job creation requirements. Filing this form is essential to transition from a conditional to a permanent resident status, ensuring the investor can live and work in the U.S. without restrictions.
What is Form I-829 used for?
Form I-829 is used by certain investors to remove conditions on their permanent resident status. Here’s what it’s for:
- to provide evidence of meeting investment requirements.
- to demonstrate job creation through the investment.
- to request removal of conditions on residency.
How to fill out Form I-829?
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Review the instructions for Form I-829.
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Complete the required fields, including personal information and details about your investment.
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Attach supporting documents as specified, such as proof of investment and job creation.
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Check your entries for accuracy and completeness before proceeding.
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Sign the form according to USCIS guidelines; verify current signature requirements on their official site.
Who is required to fill out Form I-829?
Form I-829 is completed by immigrant investors, their conditional family members, and surviving spouses. It is essential for transitioning from conditional to permanent resident status.
After submission, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reviews the form to determine eligibility for permanent residency.
When is Form I-829 not required?
Form I-829 is not necessary for individuals who are not conditional permanent residents under the EB-5 program. If you have achieved unconditional permanent resident status, you also do not need to submit this form.
Ensure you understand your residency status before proceeding. If you fall into either of these categories, you can skip this step in your immigration process.
When is Form I-829 due?
The deadline for Form I-829 is during the 90-day period immediately preceding the second anniversary of obtaining conditional permanent resident status. The filing window opens 90 days before the expiration date on the conditional Green Card.
For example, if the Green Card expires on August 17, 2028, the investor can start filing Form I-829 on May 17, 2028. It’s important to file on time to ensure a smooth transition to permanent resident status.
How to get a blank Form I-829?
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issues this form.
How to sign Form I-829?
To sign Form I-829, you must provide a handwritten signature. Begin by downloading the PDF version of the form from our website. Print the form to sign it by hand.
Make sure to check for any updates or changes regarding signature requirements before submitting your form.
Where to file Form I-829?
Form I-829 should be submitted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Sumbission methods: mail.
