File a green card replacement application if:
Your permanent resident card was damaged, lost, or stolen, and you need a new one to prove your status for travel or employment verification purposes.
Your card has the wrong name or date of birth, or if you’ve legally changed your name since the last card was issued.
You’re a conditional permanent resident with a two-year card and need to file to remove the conditions.
You were issued a previous version of the alien registration card and need to update it to the current version.
The team at Hacking Immigration Law, LLC can evaluate your case before you replace your green card.
Some cases are more than just a lost or stolen card situation. Seek legal help when:
1. You lost your card abroad.
Replacing your card from outside the United States requires a boarding foil or a transportation letter from the U.S. consulate to re-enter the country.
2. You have a conditional permanent residence.
If you have a temporary green card through marriage or investment, file Form I-751 or I-829, not the I-90, to remove conditions. These two forms are connected but have different processes.
3. You have a commuter status.
This status is for green card holders living in Canada and Mexico who regularly cross the border into the United States for employment. They can retain permanent residency while living outside the U.S.
If you’re in a commuter status, you may be asked to provide additional documentation different from standard replacement filings.
4. You need temporary proof of status.
If you need to work on a job or travel with a pending replacement card, your lawyer can help you get an Alien Documentation, Identification, and Telecommunications stamp in your passport as temporary evidence of your immigration status.
Here’s how it usually works:
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may require some of these supporting documents based on your reason for filing:
A front and back copy of your current green card—even if it’s damaged.
A copy of your previous card, if you still have it.
A valid government-issued photo ID.
For stolen cards, secure a police report or a written statement that explains when and how you lost the card.
For a name change, provide a marriage certificate, court order, or divorce decree.
For incorrect information, provide a birth certificate or other documents showing the correct details.
For conditional permanent residents, provide additional documentation to remove conditions, such as joint lease agreements, tax returns, photos, and insurance policies to prove a shared life.
Submit clear copies rather than originals to USCIS, unless the agency requests originals.
This is the official application for the replacement card. Follow either of these options:
File your application through the USCIS website. Delays are commonly caused by errors in your name, mailing address, or alien registration number. Check your form and let your green card lawyer double-check it before submitting.
Mail your completed form with your supporting documents, which may vary depending on your location. Check the USCIS website to see the complete mailing address.
The green card replacement fee costs $465 and should be paid at the time of filing. Filing fees can vary based on USCIS updates. Monitor the latest fees on the USCIS website. Your biometrics may be reused or required based on your case.
USCIS accepts many payment methods, such as credit/debit cards, bank withdrawals for online filing, money orders, and checks.
You may qualify for a free waiver (Form I-912) if you’re facing financial hardship. And if your card was stolen abroad, contact your immigration lawyer before filing, as additional steps may be needed.
USCIS sends Form I-797C receipt notice to your form address. Use the receipt number to track your case.
If your expired green card is still pending replacement, the receipt notice can serve as temporary evidence of your residency, especially for green card renewals.
USCIS will schedule a biometrics appointment for you at the local Application Support Center for a photograph and fingerprints. Bring your appointment notice and a valid photo ID.
Don’t miss this appointment to avoid jeopardizing your case.
Your new green card is mailed to the address on your Form I-90 after USCIS processing and background checks. Contact USCIS if your card doesn’t arrive within a reasonable time after approval.
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The attorneys at the Hacking Immigration Law are dedicated to helping the foreign-born people of St. Louis to live and work in the United States. This dedication is reflected in the kind and grateful words of the clients they have helped. Read what others have to say about the hard work that the Hacking Immigration Law has done to help those in St. Louis.
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The attorneys at the Hacking Immigration Law are dedicated to helping the foreign-born people of St. Louis to live and work in the United States. This dedication is reflected in the kind and grateful words of the clients they have helped. Read what others have to say about the hard work that the Hacking Immigration Law has done to help those in St. Louis.
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