Is there a risk of losing the case if I do not file the I-829 on time?

Yes, there is a risk. In the EB-5 process, the I-829 is the form that removes the conditions on your green card, and filing it within the required window is essential to maintain your status and move toward full permanent residence.

If the I-829 is not filed within the required period, the main consequence is the loss of conditional permanent resident status. Without removing the conditions through this form, the path to permanent residence is jeopardized and your immigration situation can be seriously affected.

For this reason, keep a close eye on USCIS notifications and your case timeline. Missing a deadline due to inattention is one of the most costly and, at the same time, most avoidable mistakes in the process.

Because the exact deadline and requirements depend on your individual case and may change, confirm the current rules with USCIS and, whenever possible, rely on the guidance of a specialist to avoid missing any critical step.

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