Can I Travel With a Green Card Sticker Extension?

If you have a green card that is set to expire soon, you may be wondering if you can still travel. The answer is yes! You can travel with a green card sticker extension.

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Applying for a Green Card sticker extension

If you have a Green card that has expired or is about to expire, you may be able to extend your stay in the United States by applying for a Green Card sticker extension. There is no need to apply for a new Green Card, as the extension will automatically renew your existing Green Card.

To apply for a Green Card sticker extension, you will need to submit:
-A completed form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence
-A copy of your expired or expiring Green Card
-Two passport style photographs
-Evidence of your relationship to your spouse (if applicable)

You will also need to pay a filing fee of $555. If you are unable to pay the full fee, you may request a fee waiver by submitting form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver.

Once your extension is approved, you will be issued a new Green Card valid for 10 years.

What to do if your Green Card sticker is lost or stolen

If your Green Card is lost or stolen, you should report the loss or theft to the local police immediately and get a copy of the police report. You should then contact the nearest U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office or embassy or consulate to report the loss or theft of your Green Card and apply for a replacement Green Card. You will need to submit a completed Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, along with supporting documents, and pay the applicable fee.

How to renew your Green Card

If you are a lawful permanent resident (LPR) of the United States, you may travel outside the United States and return using your Green Card. If you plan to be outside the United States for more than one year or if you will be traveling to a country where the risk of contracting a serious illness is high, you should obtain a Green Card sticker extension before travel.

To renew your Green Card, you will need to submit a form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Once you have submitted the form, USCIS will review your application and may approve your request for an extension.

If your Green Card expires while you are outside the United States, you will need to apply for a new green Card from USCIS.

What to do if you are a Green Card holder and you want to travel

If you are a Green Card holder and you want to travel, you need to have a valid Green Card with you. If your Green Card has expired, you can still travel if you have a Green Card sticker extension.

Tips for traveling with a Green Card

If you have a Green Card, you may travel outside the United States and return as long as your Green Card is valid. You will need to present your Green Card upon returning to the United States. If you are traveling for more than one year, you will need to obtain a reentry permit before your departure. If you are a lawful permanent resident and will be traveling outside the United States for more than six months but less than one year, you should obtain a returning resident visa from a U.S. consulate before your departure.

What to do if you are a Green Card holder and you want to travel outside the United States

If you are a Green Card holder and you want to travel outside the United States, you will need to get a Green Card sticker extension. You can get the sticker extension from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The sticker extension will allow you to stay outside the United States for up to two years. If you want to stay outside the United States for more than two years, you will need to get a new Green Card.

How to apply for a Green Card replacement

If you have a Green Card that is valid for 10 years and will expire within the next 6 months, you may be eligible to renew it by mail. To do this, you must first complete and sign Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. Be sure to include the correct fee with your form. You can find instructions on how to calculate the fee here.

If you are eligible to renew your Green Card by mail, you will need to send your completed form and fee to the address listed on the form instructions. Once your application is received, USCIS will send you a new Green Card with a 10-year expiration date.

If your Green Card will expire in less than 6 months, or if you have already renew it by mail, you will need to apply for a replacement in person. To do this, you must complete and sign Form I-90 and bring it, along with the correct fee and proof of identity and permanent resident status, to a USCIS office. You can find more information on what documents you will need to bring here.

What to do if your Green Card is expired

If your Green Card is expired, you can still travel within the United States. However, you will need to carry a few additional documents with you. These include your expired Green Card, a passport from your country of origin, and proof of your current immigration status. You may also need to provide proof of your relationship to any family members who are traveling with you.

How to replace a lost or stolen Green Card

If your Green Card has been lost or stolen, you should report the incident to the police and then apply for a replacement card from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

To apply for a replacement card, you will need to complete and submit Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. You will also need to submit supporting documentation, as well as the filing fee. Once USCIS has received your application, they will review it and issue you a new Green Card.

Frequently asked questions about Green Cards

Green Card holders are legal permanent residents of the United States. If you have a Green Card, you can travel outside of the United States and return as long as you have your Green Card with you.

If your Green Card will expire within the next six months, you can renew it by mail or in person at a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad. If you are inside the United States, you must renew your Green Card through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

If you are traveling on an expired Green Card, you may be detained at the airport or border and could be denied entry into the United States. It is advisable to renew your Green Card before traveling.