Platform used for the ROC application with BL
Ellis Platform
Other name of NOA 1
I-797
4 NOAs
How long is the BL Phase with ROC application?
30 days
True or False
ROC applicants are still required to meet the income requirement of the US government.
False.
What are the fees associated with the ROC application with BL?
BL Fee (Essential): $345 ; Child is Free
USCIS filing fee: $750
additional $50 if USCIS filing fee is bundled with the BL fee
Main form used in applying for the ROC application?
I-751 - Application to Remove Conditions on Residence
True or False
Submission of the Form I-134 in applying for the B1B2 Visa is optional.
False.
Application of the form I-134 may result to the denial of the application
What is the primary requirement to be eligible to apply for an ROC application?
True or False
All immigrant visa application will use the Form I-864 to declare income capability of the sponsor.
True
What is the difference between the Form I-134 and Form I-864 in terms of its income requirement?
The Form I-134 requires the sponsor to meet at least 100% of the federal poverty guidelines of the US citizen's state of residence, while the Form I-864 requires at least 125% of the federal poverty guidelines of the US citizen's state residence
I am sponsoring my spouse to apply for a green card application; can I start the application even while having an ongoing child custody battle from my previous spouse?
BL cannot assist with applications whose applicants have any ongoing cases.
When was ROC launched in BL services?
March 17, 2025
How much is the premium service of ROC offered by BL?
None.
BL only offers the ROC application for the Essential Package only.
True or False
2 year Green Cards are renewable.
False.
2-year green card, also known as a conditional green card, it is only valid for two years and is not renewable.
Green card holder's next step is to apply for Removal of Conditions (ROC) and obtain a 10-year green card to become a permanent resident of the United States.
What are the qualifications of an Asylee to be qualified to apply for an AOS through BL?
- have a legal entery with I-94
- Applied the asylum application through USCIS
- that is pending
- No hearings or proceeding yet
Otherwise BL cannot assist
I am a widow of a US Citizen and is a 2 year Green Card holder; can you help me Remove the Conditions of my green card?
Unfortunately, BL cannot assist green card holder who are widow/ers. However our sister company, RV can assist you with your inquiry.
What are the supporting documents required in filing for the ROC application?
1. 2 year Green Card : a copy of the front and Back of their green card
2. Proof of Marriage: Marriage Certificate
: Proof of bona fide marriage
How long does the ROC application take in total?
ROC usually takes approx 21-30 months on average from start to finish.
This is the document provided to the green card holder that extends the validity of the conditional permanent status for 2 or more years. Where it serves as a temporary pass while waiting for a permanent green card.
I-797/Receipt Notice / Extension Letter
I received a conditional green card; what is my next step?
Since you are currently holding a 2-year green card, also known as a conditional green card, it is only valid for two years and is not renewable.
The next step will be to apply for Removal of Conditions (ROC) and obtain a 10-year green card to become a permanent resident of the United States.
I haven't filed my taxes for this year; can I start the CR-1 Spousal Visa application?
Generally, Yes, since the financial documents will be required at the NVC stage so the US Citizen sponsor can still be able to file their tax or have a JHS.
I am a green card holder petitioning for a spousal visa application; can I apply for naturalization with a pending spousal visa application? Will it affect my spousal visa application?
Generally, green card holders who petition for a spousal visa can also apply for U.S. citizenship. This does not affect any ongoing immigrant visa application; however, once the naturalization application is approved and the sponsor's status is updated to U.S. citizen, the spousal visa timeline will be adjusted to align with that of a U.S. citizen sponsor.
BL eligibility for customers who wanted to apply ROC application with BL
- must be a 2 year Green Card holder
- must still be married to the sponsor of the said green card
- Green Card must not be expiring in the next 60 days.
After my application was filed to the USCIS for the Removal of Conditions, can I already travel outside the country?
Scenario 2: If the 2-year green card is still valid, of course the green card holder can still travel outside the country as a green card holder.