Short answer: conditional PR (e.g. EB-5 two-year card) requires proving conditions still met to remove conditions; permanent PR has no such two-year gate. Both are lawful permanent residence with different maintenance steps.
Conditional vs Permanent PR
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Conditional status needs a removal-of-conditions step.
FAQ
Is conditional a fake green card?
No — lawful PR with conditions attached.
If removal fails?
Status can be lost — prepare carefully.
Other countries similar?
Yes under different names and rules.