What to Do If Your Green Card Has Expired and You Need to Travel

If you have a green card that has expired and you need to travel, there are a few things you can do. First, check the expiration date on your green card. If it is expired, you will need to renew it. You can do this by going to the nearest US Citizenship and Immigration Services office. Second, if you are traveling within the United States, you can apply for a travel document. This will allow you to travel to and from the United States. Finally, if

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Check the expiration date on your green card

If your green card has expired, you will need to get it renewed before you can travel. To do this, you will need to submit a new application and provide supporting documentation. Depending on your situation, you may also need to provide an explanation of why your green card has expired. Once your application is received, it will be processed and you will be notified of the decision.

Determine the reason for your travel

If you are a permanent resident of the United States (holder of a Green Card), you are allowed to travel outside of the country and return, as long as you do not intend to stay outside of the U.S. for more than one year. If you need to travel outside of the U.S. for more than one year, you will need to apply for a Reentry Permit. If you stay outside of the United States for more than one year without applying for a Reentry Permit, your Green Card will be automatically terminated and you will no longer be a permanent resident of the United States.

If your green card has expired, apply for a new one

If your green card has expired, you will need to apply for a new one before you can travel. You can do this by mail or in person at your local USCIS office. Be sure to include all of the required documents, such as a copy of your expired green card, a passport-style photo, and proof of your current legal status in the United States. Once your application is received, USCIS will send you an appointment notice for an interview at their office. After your interview, USCIS will mail you a new green card within 90 days.

If you need to travel urgently, apply for a provisional waiver

If you are a permanent resident whose green card has expired and you need to travel urgently, you may be able to apply for a provisional waiver. This waiver allows you to apply for a green card without leaving the United States.

To be eligible for a provisional waiver, you must:

-Be at least 21 years old
-Be a permanent resident with an expired green card
-Have been granted permission to permanently reside in the United States (a “green card”)
-Have an approved immigrant petition
-Be up-to-date on your USCIS fees
-have no criminal history
-Be able to demonstrate that your absence from the United States would cause extreme hardship to your U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or parent

If you are a permanent resident, apply for a reentry permit

Permanent residents who need to travel outside the United States and whose green cards have expired or will expire within the next six months may apply for a reentry permit. A reentry permit allows permanent residents to stay outside the United States for up to two years without losing their permanent resident status.

If you are a permanent resident and you need to travel outside the United States, you should apply for a reentry permit before you leave. If you do not have a valid green card when you try to return to the United States, you will be denied entry.

To apply for a reentry permit, you must file Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You can file Form I-131 online or by mail. There is a filing fee of $575.

You will need to provide proof of your permanent resident status, such as a copy of your green card or your passport stamped with your permanent resident visa. You will also need to provide proof that you have a valid reason for leaving the United States, such as work or study.

Once USCIS has received your application, they will send you a notice telling you when and where to appear for your biometrics appointment. At your biometrics appointment, USCIS will collect your fingerprints and photograph. USCIS will then review your application and make a decision on whether or not to approve your reentry permit.

If you are a conditional permanent resident, apply for an extension or removal of conditions

If you are a conditional permanent resident and you need to travel outside the United States, you must apply for an extension or removal of conditions before you travel. Without an extension or removal of conditions, your green card will expire and you will not be allowed to return to the United States.

If your green Card has already expired you may be able to get a provisional waiver or return transportation waiver that will allow you to return to the United States without having to apply for a new Green card.

If you are a naturalized citizen, apply for a passport

If you are a naturalized citizen, you should apply for a passport from your country of citizenship. You will need to present your naturalization certificate when you apply. If you have a valid passport from your country of citizenship, you do not need a Green Card to return to the United States after travel abroad.

If you have a valid green card, renew it

If you have a valid green card, you can renew it. You will need to fill out a form I-90 and send it to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) with the appropriate fees. USCIS will then send you a new green card. If you need to travel before your new green card arrives, you can request a travel document from USCIS.

If your green card is lost or stolen, report it

If your green card is lost or stolen, you should report it to the local police and to the nearest U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office. You will need to file a Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. You may also need to provide proof of your identity and proof of your permanent resident status. There is a filing fee for this form. For more information, see the USCIS website or contact your local USCIS office.

Get help from an experienced immigration attorney

If your green card has expired and you need to travel, it’s important to get help from an experienced immigration attorney. Traveling with an expired green card can be risky, and you may be denied entry into the United States if you try to do so. An experienced attorney can help you determine whether or not it’s worth it to try to travel, and can also help you with the process of renewing your green card.