Hi everyone,
I wanted to share my experience because it’s been a confusing and emotional ride, and maybe it’ll help someone else going through something similar.

I entered the U.S. 2 years ago on a CR1 visa (which is supposed to give a 2-year conditional green card). When I landed, it was our 2 years wedding anniversary, and the CBP officer stamped me as IR1 (10-year permanent resident). I didn’t think much of it until I received my actual green card in the mail and it said only 2 years.

I ignored it at first. But later, I separated from my U.S. citizen husband (the one who sponsored me). That’s when the panic hit: my card was expiring soon, and I knew he wouldn’t help me with any paperwork.

So in January, I filed Form I-90 online, explaining the issue that I was stamped as a 10-year resident and believed I was supposed to receive the IR1, not CR1 card. I didn’t have to pay any fee, and a week later I had my biometrics appointment. That part went smoothly.

Still, I didn’t feel safe. I called USCIS multiple times and each time I got different answers. One agent finally said that according to their system, I’m only listed as conditional and strongly recommended I file Form I-751 just in case.

So I did last month. I filed I-751 without my spouse (because we’re separated), and paid the full $750 fee. I was mentally preparing for a long wait.

But then today… I got a message from USCIS:
“Your new card is being produced” for my I-90! 

Honestly, I’m so relieved. Yes, I had to pay for the I-751, but at least now I have peace of mind and something is finally moving.

I’m still not 100% sure what will happen with my I-751, but at least for now… I have a green card being mailed out, and I finally feel like I can breathe a little again.


My I-90 was approved! But I also filed I-751… My CR1/IR1 green card