{"id":639,"date":"2025-10-28T17:09:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T22:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legalizatestag.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=639"},"modified":"2026-03-06T10:44:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T15:44:01","slug":"application-to-replace-permanent-resident-card","status":"publish","type":"custom-practice","link":"https:\/\/legalizateya.com\/en\/practice-areas\/application-to-replace-permanent-resident-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card [Form I-90]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep your legal status current by renewing or replacing your Green Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card (Form I-90)<\/strong>&nbsp;is the official document that&nbsp;<strong>lawful permanent residents<\/strong>&nbsp;must file with&nbsp;<strong>USCIS<\/strong>&nbsp;when they need to&nbsp;<strong>renew or replace their Green Card<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a valid and updated card not only proves your legal status in the United States, but it is also essential for working, traveling, and accessing various immigration and civil benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Table of Contents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is Form I-90?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When must Form I-90 be filed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cases where you should not use Form I-90<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requirements and necessary documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step process to file the application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing time and case tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common mistakes when completing Form I-90<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional advice with Legal\u00edzate Ya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcde Contact us today<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Form I-90?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card<\/strong>, is used by&nbsp;<strong>lawful permanent residents<\/strong>&nbsp;(Green Card holders) to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Renew<\/strong>\u00a0their residence card when it has expired or is about to expire.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Replace<\/strong>\u00a0a lost, stolen, or damaged card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Update incorrect<\/strong>\u00a0or modified information, such as name, address, or date of birth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Receive a new card<\/strong>\u00a0when a newer version or one with a new security design has been issued.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, Form I-90 is the fundamental procedure to&nbsp;<strong>maintain valid proof of your permanent residence<\/strong>&nbsp;in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When must Form I-90 be filed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must file&nbsp;<strong>Form I-90 with USCIS<\/strong>&nbsp;in the following cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your\u00a0<strong>Green Card is expired or expires within the next six months<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your card was\u00a0<strong>lost, stolen, destroyed, or damaged<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The card contains\u00a0<strong>information errors<\/strong>\u00a0(name, date of birth, sex, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your name or other personal data have\u00a0<strong>legally changed<\/strong>\u00a0(due to marriage, divorce, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You never received the card approved by USCIS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You possess a\u00a0<strong>previous residence card (with no expiration date)<\/strong>\u00a0and wish to obtain a modern and updated version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cases where you should&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;use Form I-90<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Form I-90&nbsp;<strong>is not used<\/strong>&nbsp;for the following cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are a\u00a0<strong>conditional resident<\/strong>\u00a0(through marriage or investment), you must use\u00a0<strong>Form I-751<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0<strong>Form I-829<\/strong>\u00a0to remove conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you never received your\u00a0<strong>initial approved residence card<\/strong>\u00a0and your application is still pending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your card was\u00a0<strong>retained by the government or a consular agency<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In these cases, consult with an immigration attorney before filing any application with USCIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements and necessary documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When filing Form I-90, you must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Completed and signed Form I-90.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Copy of your current Green Card<\/strong>\u00a0(if available).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Photo ID<\/strong>\u00a0(passport, driver&#8217;s license, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supporting legal documents<\/strong>, if you are correcting or updating personal information (e.g., marriage certificate, court order for name change, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment of the corresponding fee<\/strong>, unless you qualify for a waiver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All documents must be sent in a clear and legible format, preferably in certified or notarized copies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step process to file the application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Determine your eligibility:<\/strong>\u00a0check if your case corresponds to a Green Card renewal or replacement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete Form I-90:<\/strong>\u00a0you can do this\u00a0<strong>online through the USCIS portal<\/strong>\u00a0or by\u00a0<strong>physical mail<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay the required fee:<\/strong>\u00a0USCIS charges a filing fee and a biometrics fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attend your biometrics appointment:<\/strong>\u00a0your fingerprints, photo, and signature will be taken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wait for USCIS notification:<\/strong>\u00a0you can receive updates online using your receipt number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Receive your new Green Card:<\/strong>\u00a0the document will be sent by mail once the application is approved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Processing time and case tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Processing times for Form I-90 can vary depending on the type of application, but generally range between&nbsp;<strong>6 and 12 months<\/strong>.<br>You can check your case status at any time by accessing the USCIS portal with your&nbsp;<strong>receipt number (Form I-797C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In urgent cases, it is possible to request an&nbsp;<strong>expedited replacement<\/strong>&nbsp;for humanitarian or employment reasons, with proper justification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common mistakes when completing Form I-90<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Filing the form\u00a0<strong>too early<\/strong>\u00a0(more than six months before expiration).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Omitting\u00a0<strong>signatures or mandatory personal data<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not including\u00a0<strong>documents supporting information changes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paying an incorrect fee or not attaching proof of payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not updating your address with USCIS before sending the application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoiding these mistakes is fundamental to preventing&nbsp;<strong>unnecessary delays<\/strong>&nbsp;or application rejections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional advice with Legal\u00edzate Ya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At&nbsp;<strong>Legal\u00edzate Ya<\/strong>, we understand the importance of keeping your immigration status in order and having a valid Green Card. Our team of immigration attorneys will assist you in&nbsp;<strong>correctly completing your Form I-90<\/strong>, ensuring that every detail is in order and avoiding errors that could affect your process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer personalized attention, constant follow-up, and clear advice during all stages of the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcde Contact us today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you need to renew or replace your Green Card?<br>Call us today at\u00a0<strong>(956) 725-9714<\/strong>\u00a0or visit\u00a0<strong><a href=\"\/en\">www.legalizateya.com\/en<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0to schedule a consultation with our team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Legal\u00edzate Ya \u2014 Your trust, our experience in immigration law.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h3>Keep your legal status up to date by renewing or replacing your Green Card<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card (Form I-90)<\/strong> is the official document that <strong>lawful permanent residents<\/strong> must file with <strong>USCIS<\/strong> when they need to <strong>renew or replace their Green Card<\/strong> (residence card).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"inline_featured_image":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":""},"class_list":{"0":"post-639","1":"custom-practice","2":"type-custom-practice","3":"status-publish","5":"practice-categories-green-cards-permanent-residency","6":"entry"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - 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