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Green Card (Form I-551)
Quick answer:
A U.S. green card (Form I-551) is valid 10 years for standard permanent residents and 2 years for conditional residents (2-year cards require I-751, not I-90). USCIS recommends filing renewal Form I-90 within 6 months of expiration. The current fee is $465 plus $85 biometrics.
Renewal facts
| Validity period | 10 years (standard) or 2 years (conditional) |
|---|---|
| Renewal window | 6 months before expiration |
| Cost | $465 filing + $85 biometrics |
| Processing time | 8–14 months (2026) |
Required documents
- Form I-90
- Current green card copy
- Passport-style photos
Common mistakes
- Confusing renewal (I-90) with conditional removal (I-751).
- Filing more than 6 months early.
- Not carrying the I-797C extension receipt while waiting.