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Form I-829: Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status
USCIS Form I-829 is Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status, filed by conditional permanent residents. If filing separately from the investor, a copy of the investor’s Form I-797 must be attached.
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USCIS Form I-829 - Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status
USCIS Form I-829 is Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status, filed by conditional permanent residents. If filing separately from the investor, a copy of the investor’s Form I-797 must be attached.
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Scan points- 1A foreign document submitted without a full, signed, and accurate English translation is a critical error.
- 2Filing without attaching the investor’s Form I-797 Notice of Action (if filing separately)
- 3Submitting documents in a foreign language without a certified English translation
- 4Omitting documentation for traffic offenses involving alcohol or drugs, even if penalties are small
- 5Not providing an original/court-certified copy when an arrest/conviction is removed from the record
Plain English
This form allows someone who received conditional permanent resident status (usually through an investor spouse or parent) to petition USCIS to remove those conditions. Filing this removes the temporary nature of their green card status, making it permanent. If a supporting relative has passed away, this form can be used for that purpose.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source, but if a non-U.S. citizen moves, they must notify USCIS within 10 days of moving from their previous residence.
- 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 their permanent resident status after investing in a new commercial enterprise.
- Do not use it when you are petitioning to remove conditions but the investment was not in a new commercial enterprise (the source does not specify other scenarios).
- Check Form G-1055 instead when needing specific information regarding the applicable filing fees.
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Filing separately from the investor
A copy of the investor’s Form I-797 must be attached to this petition.
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Needing fee details
This form provides specific information about the fees applicable to Form I-829.
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Finding filing location
The website contains the most current information regarding where to file this petition.
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USCIS Website (www.uscis.gov/I-829)
Deadline or filing window
The filing window itself is not defined by a specific date in the source. However, if you are not a U.S. citizen, moving requires notification to USCIS within 10 days of leaving your previous residence.
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What you need before filling it out
Petition Purpose
Investor's petition to remove conditions on PR status · Form I-829 (Instructions p.1)
Filing Deadline
Within 90 days preceding the second anniversary of conditional PR status · Form I-829 (Instructions p.1)
Spouse Address
Current and former addresses for spouse/former spouse over the last five years · Form I-829, Part 3 (Form p.3)
Arrest/Conviction Record
Original or court-certified copy of order removing record · Form I-829 (Instructions p.11)
Interpreter Info
Interpreter's name, signature, and date · Form I-829, Part 10 (Form p.9)
Preparer Info
Preparer's full name, contact info, and signature · Form I-829, Part 11 (Form p.9)
Before you submit
- 1Sign and date the petition
- 2Ensure a stamped or typewritten name does not replace any signature
- 3If applicable, include Part 10 (Interpreter's Info) signed and dated by the interpreter
- 4Provide daytime phone number, mobile phone number, and email address in Part 11
- 5For spouse/former spouse, list their five most recent physical addresses in Part 3
- 6If applicable, submit court documentation for any removed arrest or conviction (unless it is a traffic offense under $500 fine)
- 7If using an interpreter, ensure the translator signs and dates the certification statement.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form I-829, including spouse addresses in Part 3 and preparer details in Part 11.
- 2Sign and date your petition (and provide contact information if applicable).
- 3If you used an interpreter, complete and sign Part 10 with the interpreter's certification.
- 4Gather all supporting documents, such as court orders or foreign language translations with certification.
- 5Mail or submit Form I-829 to the correct USCIS filing location (verify on www.uscis.gov/I-829).
- 6Keep a copy of the entire package for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The petition must be submitted within the 90-day period immediately preceding the second anniversary of obtaining conditional permanent resident status.
- 2If filing separately from the investor, a copy of the investor’s Form I-797 must be attached (implied by context, though not explicitly stated as a rule for *this* form alone).
- 3The petitioner must provide the full legal name and Identification Number of the New Commercial Enterprise (NCE) in which the investor invested.
- 4A U.S. address is required to file Form I-829.
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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 current edition of USCIS Form I-829 is dated 01/20/25, and the source directs filers to a website for the most current filing location information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm 01/20/25
- Filing fee — refer to Form G-1055 for specific amounts
- Mailing address — verify on the USCIS website (www.uscis.gov/I-829) for current locations
- Signature — confirm that a stamped or typewritten name is not used in place of a signature
- Foreign Language Docs — ensure a full English translation, signed by a competent translator, is submitted if necessary
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the filed Form I-829 for personal records.
- 2If filing from a residence outside the U.S., notify USCIS of any new address within 10 days of moving.
- 3If mailing, ensure the petition is submitted to an official USCIS Lockbox or by using the website submission method.
- 4Confirm that all required fields are complete before sending, including the NCE name and ID number.
Sources
- SRCForm I-829's purpose is for immigrant investors to petition to remove conditions on their, and certain dependents’, permanent resident status (Instructions p.1).
- SRCThe petitioner must submit Form I-829 within the 90-day period immediately preceding the second anniversary of obtaining conditional permanent resident status (Instructions p.1).
- SRCItem Number 3 requires providing the full legal name and Identification Number of the NCE (Instructions p.3).
- SRCItem Number 2 requires providing the Alien Registration Number (A-Number), which begins with an 'A' (Instructions p.3).
- SRCIf no A-Number exists, Item Number 2 requires typing or printing 'N/A' (Instructions p.3).
- SRCForm I-829 Instructions are dated 01/20/25 and the form is valid through 03/31/2027 (Instructions p.1).
Common confusion points
What do I put in Item Number 3 (USCIS Online Account Number) if my receipt number doesn't start with 'IOE'?
The USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) is only assigned if a previously filed form has a receipt number beginning with IOE.
→ Check the top of your Account Access Notice or search your account profile for the OAN.
Do I need to provide an A-Number even if it's not on my correspondence from DHS/USCIS?
If you do not have an A-Number, type or print 'N/A' in Item Number 2.
→ Verify that your A-Number begins with the letter 'A'.
How should I list multiple names (like maiden name and nickname) for myself on Item Number 6a-c?
Provide all the names you have ever used, including maiden names, nicknames, and aliases, in the spaces provided.
→ Ensure every variation of your legal name is listed.
What do I enter if my spouse or child doesn't have an OAN?
If they do not have a receipt number that begins with IOE, they do not have an OAN for Item Number 5 (for spouse) or Item Number 6 (for child).
→ Enter 'N/A' if the required condition (IOE receipt number) is not met.
When filling out height (Item Number 1. - 2.), should I use meters or centimeters?
Do not enter your height in meters or centimeters; use feet and inches instead.
→ Example: For five feet nine inches, select '5' for feet and '09' for inches.
What is the rule for reporting weight (Item Number 4) if it falls outside a certain range?
If you do not know your weight, or if it is under 30 pounds or over 699 pounds, enter '000'.
→ Confirm that the entry is exactly three digits ('000') in those specific cases.
If I have an arrest record, what documentation must I submit?
You must submit an original or court-certified copy of the court order removing the arrest/conviction, OR an original statement from the court confirming no record exists.
→ Note: Traffic offenses with no arrest under a $500 fine are exempt unless alcohol or drugs were involved.
What is the required format for the Date of Birth (Item Number 5)?
Provide the date of birth in mm/dd/yyyy format.
→ Ensure you use slashes ('/') as separators.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Address Change notification is required for non-U.S. citizens (Instructions p.11)
Questions about USCIS Form I-829
What is USCIS Form I-829 used for?
This form allows someone who received conditional permanent resident status (usually through an investor spouse or parent) to petition USCIS to remove those conditions. Filing this removes the temporary nature of their green card status, making it permanent. If a supporting relative has passed away, this form can be used for that purpose.
Who must file USCIS Form I-829?
The filer is generally the conditional permanent resident themselves, or someone filing on their behalf who acts as their signing authority.
What information does USCIS Form I-829 require?
The form collects personal data such as the U.S. Social Security Number (Item #4) and Date of Birth (Item #5). It also gathers details about the petitioner's height and weight in specific units (Part 6).
Where do I file USCIS Form I-829?
The most current filing location is found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov/I-829. The form requires that the filer must have a United States address to file it.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-829?
The petitioner must properly complete their petition (signing it) before sending it. If submitting in a foreign language, a certified English translation must accompany the form. The translator's certification must include their signature and contact information.
What happens if USCIS Form I-829 is filed incorrectly?
If documentation regarding an arrest or conviction is missing, and it was removed from the record, failure to submit proof means the removal may not be recognized by USCIS.
What do I put in Item Number 3 (USCIS Online Account Number) if my receipt number doesn't start with 'IOE'?
The USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) is only assigned if a previously filed form has a receipt number beginning with IOE. Check the top of your Account Access Notice or search your account profile for the OAN.
Do I need to provide an A-Number even if it's not on my correspondence from DHS/USCIS?
If you do not have an A-Number, type or print 'N/A' in Item Number 2. Verify that your A-Number begins with the letter 'A'.
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