Trying to understand the process from a temporary green card to the permanent one

[ThiagoAKern 1]

Hi guys!!

 

So, I just got my conditional, marriage based, 2-year green card. I now that 90 days prior to my second anniversary as a conditional permanent resident I must start the process to get my conditions removed. I would like to know generally how long does that take because the officer told me that on my third year green card anniversary I could apply for citizenship, but if the process to take the conditions out takes longer than a year, what does one do?! Just trying to understand how it all plays out...

 

Thank you! 

[Marzena & Stephen 544]

13 minutes ago, ThiagoAKern said:

Hi guys!!

 

So, I just got my conditional, marriage based, 2-year green card. I now that 90 days prior to my second anniversary as a conditional permanent resident I must start the process to get my conditions removed. I would like to know generally how long does that take because the officer told me that on my third year green card anniversary I could apply for citizenship, but if the process to take the conditions out takes longer than a year, what does one do?! Just trying to understand how it all plays out...

 

Thank you! 

From my understanding it can take 4 to 12 months if it takes longer I believe you are still entitled to apply for citizenship as a valid unexpired green card is not a requirement for US citizenship applicants.

 

That being said I wouldn't wait once you hit that 3 Mark date because even citizenship is a process that takes time. 

Edited January 12, 2018 by Marzena & Stephen