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See the 2026 Form I-485 filing fee, online and paper costs, child fees, related form fees, waivers and payment rules.
Expired or lost Green Card? Learn if you can apply for citizenship, when Form I-90 may be needed, and what proof to use.
Learn how two-year and 10-year Green Cards differ, who receives each card and whether Form I-751, I-829 or I-90 applies.
Learn how to correct Green Card information, identify who caused the error and follow the appropriate Form I-90 process.
Learn if a Green Card with no expiration date is still valid, which old cards need replacement, and when Form I-90 applies.
An expired Green Card does not generally end permanent resident status. Learn what to do about renewal, work and travel.
Compare Form I-90 and N-400 to decide whether to renew or replace your Green Card, apply for citizenship, or file both.
Learn how to update a Green Card after a legal name change, including Form I-90 steps, evidence, fees and processing.
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