Green Card renewal
Applying to renew or replace a 10-year Permanent Resident Card (Form I-90) and rules for maintaining lawful permanent resident status.
Who this pathway suits
Permanent residents whose 10-year Green Card is expiring within 6 months or has expired.
Eligibility at a glance
- Lawful permanent resident with 10-year card expiring within 6 months
- Card lost, stolen, or damaged
How the process works
- File Form I-90 online with USCIS
- Receive 24 to 36-month automatic extension receipt letter
- Biometrics and card issuance
Documents you will typically need
- Copy of expiring/damaged Green Card, passport, Form I-90
What to keep in mind
An expired Green Card does NOT mean your permanent resident status has expired; only the card document has expired.
Official source: USCIS — Renew a Green Card. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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Replace proof of permanent resident status
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