What is the difference between conditional and permanent Green Card?
Green Card
January 01, 2026
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Answer
Permanent Green Card (10-year):
- Standard Green Card valid for 10 years
- Renewable indefinitely
- No conditions to remove
Conditional Green Card (2-year):
- Issued for marriage-based Green Cards (if married less than 2 years)
- Valid for 2 years
- Must file I-751 to remove conditions within 90 days before expiration
- Must prove bona fide marriage
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