Do you need an application to replace green card? The application to renew green card is called form I-90. You fill this form, submit the documents and pay the filing fees to renew your green card.
If you are wondering what the process is to file the form I-90 to renew your permanent green card her is how it works:
Step 1: File for your green card renewal 90 days before your card expires. Never file sooner than 90 days or your petition will be rejected. And don’t worry if your card has expired, you can still apply.
You apply for the renewal of your green card petition by filling and submitting the form I-90. You will also need to submit additional documents with your petition. You will need to submit a copy of your current green card, even if it has expired. If your green card is lost or stolen you will need to submit a copy of the police report about the incident.
You will then need to pay the filing fees of $455 and $85 for biometrics.
Step 2: After you file your application you will wait for your receipt to come in the mail. You will then also get an appointment to go and get biometrics done.
That is it. You are all done now. Once you file the application and pay the fees you will receive an acknowledgment receipt. You will use this receipt number to track the progress of your case online. It will take anywhere between 1.5 months to 12 months until you get your new green card.
If you need to travel outside the US during this time you can apply for a travel permit that allows you to return. If you are applying for a job and need to show your legal status you can ask the USICS to give you proof of residency that you can use to apply for a job.