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Form I-829: Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status
USCIS Form I-829 is the Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status. Conditional residents who obtained status through an EB‑5 investor (or a deceased investor spouse/parent) file it, and must attach the investor’s Form I‑797 notice if filing a separate petition.
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USCIS Form I-829 - Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status
USCIS Form I-829 is the Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status. Conditional residents who obtained status through an EB‑5 investor (or a deceased investor spouse/parent) file it, and must attach the investor’s Form I‑797 notice if filing a separate petition.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting the form without a required signature (under penalty of perjury) can lead to denial.
- 2Failing to attach the investor’s Form I‑797 notice when filing a separate petition.
- 3Omitting a full English translation for any foreign‑language document.
- 4Leaving the USCIS Online Account Number blank when you have an IOE receipt.
- 5Providing a Social Security number field with anything other than “N/A” when you do not have one.
Plain English
Form I‑829 allows a conditional permanent resident who got status through an EB‑5 investor to request removal of the conditions on their green card. Complete the required fields, attach supporting documents, and sign before mailing it to USCIS.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when an immigrant investor petitions to remove conditions on permanent resident status within the 90‑day period before the second anniversary of conditional residency.
- Do not use it when the petitioner is not an immigrant investor seeking removal of conditions on permanent resident status.
- Check Form I-797 instead when you need to attach the investor’s Notice of Action for a separate petition.
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Use this form or another form?
Investor filing separate petition
Provides proof of the investor’s approved I‑829 petition
✓ Verify the I‑797 copy is current
Conditional resident whose investor spouse died
Shows the original notice of the investor’s status
✓ Confirm the I‑797 reflects the deceased spouse
Need to reference prior online filing receipt
Contains receipt number for the prior case
✓ Check receipt number matches any OAN if applicable
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Filing deadline
Submit petition within 90 days before second anniversary · Instructions p.1
Investor’s Form I-797 notice
Attach copy of Form I-797 if filing separate petition · Instructions p.2
Arrest or conviction records
Court order removing arrest/conviction or statement of no record · Instructions p.11
Social Security Number
Provide SSN or write N/A · Instructions p.4
Height and weight
Enter height in feet/inches, weight in pounds or 000 if unknown/out of range · Instructions p.7
Before you submit
- 1Confirm filing occurs within the 90‑day window before the second anniversary of conditional residency
- 2Attach a copy of the investor’s Form I‑797 when filing a separate petition
- 3Include court documentation for any vacated arrest or conviction, especially for traffic incidents involving alcohol or drugs
- 4Provide a U.S. Social Security number or enter “N/A” in the SSN field
- 5Enter all dates of birth in mm/dd/yyyy format for petitioner and listed family members
- 6Complete the interpreter’s certification if an interpreter was used
- 7Verify the mailing address on the form matches the current USCIS filing address
- 8Ensure the petitioner’s signature and date are present on the form
How to file this form
- 1Determine the 90‑day filing window preceding the second anniversary of conditional status
- 2Gather required evidence, including the investor’s Form I‑797 and any court orders
- 3Complete all required fields on Form I‑829, using mm/dd/yyyy for dates and “N/A” where applicable
- 4Sign the petition and obtain the interpreter’s certification if needed
- 5Submit the completed Form I‑829 to the address listed on the USCIS website
- 6Retain a copy of the signed form and all supporting documents for your records
- 7Obtain a delivery receipt or tracking number as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1The form does not apply to individuals who did not obtain conditional residency through an EB‑5 investment
- 2It is not for dependents who are not conditional permanent residents
- 3Filing outside the 90‑day window before the second anniversary is not permitted
- 4Documentation is not required for traffic offenses with penalties under $500 and no arrest
- 5The form cannot be used when the investor spouse or parent is still alive; their petition must be filed instead
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name.
MM/DD/YYYY.
Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.
Details
1 items
The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents supporting this application.
Signatures
2 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
MM/DD/YYYY.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form edition is dated 01/20/25 and expires 03/31/2027; the instructions direct filers to www.uscis.gov/I-829 for the most current filing address.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 01/20/25
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm the petitioner signed the form
- Website reference — verify filing address at www.uscis.gov/I-829
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After you file
- 1Keep a complete copy of the signed Form I‑829 and all attachments
- 2Store the filing receipt and tracking information for at least five years
- 3Monitor case status online using the receipt number once a Form I‑797 Notice of Action is received
- 4Respond promptly to any Request for Evidence issued by USCIS
- 5If an error is discovered, file a corrected Form I‑829 with a cover letter explaining the correction
- 6Continue to check the USCIS website for updates on processing times
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — filing deadline is within the 90‑day period preceding the second anniversary of conditional permanent resident status
- SRCInstructions p.2 — attach a copy of the investor’s Form I‑797 when filing a separate petition
- SRCInstructions p.2 — can use this form if conditional resident obtained status through a deceased investor spouse or parent
- SRCInstructions p.11 — do not need to submit documentation for traffic offenses with penalties less than $500 and no arrest
- SRCInstructions p.11 — must submit documentation if a traffic incident involved alcohol or drugs
- SRCInstructions p.1 — revision date is 01/20/25 and expires 03/31/2027
- SRCInstructions p.11 — filing address information is on www.uscis.gov/I-829
- SRCForm p.8 — interpreter must certify fluency in English and sign
Common confusion points
When is the 90‑day filing period?
The deadline is tied to the second anniversary of conditional status
→ Check the green card for the exact date and count back 90 days
Do I need to attach the investor’s Form I‑797?
The instructions require it for separate petitions
→ Verify a copy of Form I‑797 is included
What if I have no Social Security number?
The form asks for SSN but allows “N/A”
→ Enter “N/A” in the SSN field
How should I report my height?
The form only accepts feet and inches, not metric
→ Select feet and two‑digit inches as instructed
Do I need to submit documents for minor traffic violations?
Traffic offenses under $500 fine without arrest are exempt
→ Confirm the fine amount and arrest status before attaching documents
What if my interpreter is not fluent in English?
Interpreter certification requires fluency in English
→ Ensure the interpreter signs the certification
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Questions about USCIS Form I-829
What is USCIS Form I-829 used for?
Form I‑829 allows a conditional permanent resident who got status through an EB‑5 investor to request removal of the conditions on their green card. Complete the required fields, attach supporting documents, and sign before mailing it to USCIS.
Who must file USCIS Form I-829?
Conditional permanent residents who received their status through an EB‑5 investor, or through a deceased investor spouse or parent, must file USCIS Form I‑829.
What information does USCIS Form I-829 require?
The form collects the filer’s USCIS Online Account Number, U.S. Social Security number, date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy) and sex. It also requires full English translations of foreign‑language documents, any court orders removing arrests or convictions, and, if filing separately, a copy of the investor’s Form I‑797 notice.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-829?
Visit www.uscis.gov/I-829 for the most current filing location; the website provides the appropriate USCIS address to which the petition should be sent.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-829?
Begin by filling Item Numbers 3‑6 with your OAN (if any), Social Security number, date of birth and sex. Attach any required English translations and, when applicable, the investor’s Form I‑797 notice. Include the interpreter’s certification and sign the form in the designated area before mailing it to the address listed on the USCIS website.
What happens if USCIS Form I-829 is filed incorrectly?
Submitting false information or failing to sign the certification subjects the petitioner to penalties under perjury, and incomplete documentation can cause the petition to be denied.
When is the 90‑day filing period?
The deadline is tied to the second anniversary of conditional status Check the green card for the exact date and count back 90 days
Do I need to attach the investor’s Form I‑797?
The instructions require it for separate petitions Verify a copy of Form I‑797 is included
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