How to renew and replace the American green card?

If you meet the requirements, you only need to apply for an update and then fill in the specified form.

The American permanent residence card, also known as the green card, is a proof of permanent residence in the United States and that you can work and live legally in the United States. Usually, the permanent residence card we refer to refers to the "green card", and there is no limit on the length of stay. Generally, it can be used for 10 years, and can be renewed before it expires. The term of a conditional green card is 2 years, and an unconditional green card can be applied before its expiration.

1. When do I need to renew my green card?

A. If the ten-year permanent residence card is about to expire or needs to be renewed six months before it expires.

B. If the permanent residence card is a two-year residence card, that is to say, eligible residents need to fill out the application for renewal of the residence card 90 days before the expiration of the residence card.

2. When do I need to change my green card?

A permanent residents who have obtained green cards, who are over 14 years old, need to update their old green cards when their green cards expire or their contents need to be updated.

B if the green card of a permanent resident is lost, stolen, completely destroyed or partially damaged.

C. If you don't receive a new green card within 6 months after application, you need to apply for a new green card.

3. Form to be filled in when applying for renewal/replacement of green card

A. if you are a conditional resident

1. Conditional identity is based on marriage, and I-75 1 form (application for termination of residence conditions) is required.

2. Conditional status is based on investors or entrepreneurs, and I-829 form (application form for cancellation of permanent resident status by entrepreneurs) needs to be filled out.

B. If your permanent resident card is valid for 10 years, you need to fill in the I-90 form.