Is There a Grace Period for Expired Permanent Resident Cards? What You Need to Know
Learn if a grace period exists for expired permanent resident cards and how to renew or replace your card promptly with USCIS guidance.
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Yes, there is a grace period for expired permanent resident cards. However, it's important to renew your card as soon as possible to avoid any complications. If you're within the U.S., you should file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) before your card expires. If you're outside the U.S. and your card expires, contact the nearest U.S. consulate, USCIS office, or U.S. port of entry before attempting to file your reentry to the U.S.
FAQs & Answers
- What is the grace period for an expired permanent resident card? There is no official grace period for an expired permanent resident card, but you should renew it as soon as possible by filing Form I-90 if you are in the U.S. Immediate renewal helps avoid complications.
- How do I renew my expired green card while inside the U.S.? You must file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, with USCIS before or after your green card expires to renew it.
- What should I do if my permanent resident card expires while I'm outside the U.S.? Contact the nearest U.S. consulate, USCIS office, or U.S. port of entry before trying to reenter the U.S. to coordinate renewing or replacing your green card.