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How to Keep Your Green Card Update - September 2010
Congratulations! You finally received your green card. If you recently married, you have a conditional green card. Hopefully you will have a long and happy marriage. Given the very high divorce rate lately, the chances are pretty good you may be thinking about divorce. If you divorce, you could lose the card you worked so hard to get.
Many immigrants are surprised to learn that a green card can be taken away. It is good to keep in mind that your permanent residency is not always permanent. Here is something you may want to consider if you plan to divorce within two years of receiving your card. The government has taken measures to make sure your marriage is real. That is why newly-married couples must pass a two year waiting period before receiving an unrestricted green card. If you should divorce, the most important thing to remember is to follow the very specific waiver guidelines. Here are a few tips on how to keep your card during a divorce:
- You may have to prove you have a real marriage
- If your real marriage does end in divorce, you must follow the very specific timing rules for removing the conditions on your green card
- The divorce itself will not jeopardize your status, but there are very strict filing deadlines you must comply with
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