What Form Do I Need to Renew My Green Card

For most lawful permanent residents with a regular 10-year green card, the form is Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. You can generally submit Form I-90 online or by paper. The main exception is a conditional permanent resident. If your card is valid for only two years, you may need Form I-751 or Form I-829 instead.

That card type is the first thing to check. Choosing the wrong form can send your application down the wrong path.

The form most lawful permanent residents use: Form I-90

Form I-90 is the standard application for renewing or replacing a green card held by most lawful permanent residents.

It applies to a standard card that shows a 10-year period of permanent residence. You may use it when the card:

• Is expired
• Will expire soon
• Was lost, stolen, damaged, or destroyed
• Contains incorrect information
• Never arrived
• Needs to be replaced for another reason covered by the form

The exact reason for filing matters. Form I-90 is not only a renewal form. It is also used for certain replacement requests.

Before you begin, look at the front and back of your card. Check whether it is a regular 10-year card or a two-year conditional card. Also check the expiration date and the personal information printed on it.

If it is a normal 10-year card, Form I-90 is the form identified for renewing or replacing it.

If it is a conditional card, stop before filing. Conditional residence follows a different process.

What Form I-90 is used for

The basic purpose of Form I-90 is to request a new permanent resident card. It does not create a new type of immigration status. Instead, it is used to renew or replace the physical card for an eligible permanent resident.

That distinction helps explain why several different problems can lead to the same form. For example, a person may need a new card because it expired. Another person may still have a valid card but need a replacement because it was lost.

The form also asks you to identify why you are applying. Your answer should match your situation. Do not choose a renewal reason if you are reporting a lost card, and do not assume every card problem has the same supporting-document needs.

The current Form I-90 instructions are the safest place to check:

• Which filing reason fits your situation
• What information the application asks for
• Which documents are needed for that filing reason
• Whether you can file online for your specific situation
• Where and how to send a paper application

The available 2026 information confirms Form I-90 as the form for most standard 10-year card renewals and replacements. It does not establish a new set of rules for every type of green card problem.

When a conditional permanent resident may need Form I-751 or Form I-829

A conditional permanent resident is not in the same position as someone with a standard 10-year green card. A conditional card usually shows a two-year validity period. Its expiration is tied to the end of conditional residence, so simply asking for another card through Form I-90 may not address the real issue.

Two other forms may be relevant:

• Form I-751 is associated with removing conditions on residence for certain people who received conditional residence through marriage.
• Form I-829 is associated with removing conditions for certain investors.

These forms deal with the conditions on residence. They are different from a routine Form I-90 request for a standard card.

The right choice depends on why you received conditional residence and what the current USCIS instructions say about your case. Read the card carefully, then check the applicable conditional-resident form. If you are unsure whether your status is conditional, do not guess based only on the word “green card.” The card’s validity period and category can matter.

A simple way to organize the decision is:

1. Regular 10-year green card: Start by checking Form I-90.
2. Two-year conditional card through marriage: Check whether Form I-751 applies.
3. Two-year conditional card tied to an investment case: Check whether Form I-829 applies.
4. Unclear card or status: Review the current USCIS instructions before submitting anything.

This form decision comes before the online-versus-paper decision. There is no benefit in choosing a filing method until you know which application you need.

How to choose between online and paper filing

The available information says Form I-90 can be filed in two ways:

• Online
• With a paper application

Online filing may be convenient if you want to enter the information electronically and manage the application through the relevant USCIS system. Paper filing may make more sense if your situation requires documents or details that you would rather organize in a physical packet.

Neither option changes the basic question: you still need the correct form and the correct filing reason.

Before choosing online filing, check the current USCIS page and instructions for any limits on who can file online. The same check is useful for paper filing. Filing options can depend on the type of request, and the available research does not provide a complete list of exceptions.

For a paper application, use the current version of the form. Do not rely on an old Form I-90 PDF saved on your computer unless you have confirmed that it is still accepted. Forms can be updated, and the instructions may change with them.

If you search for Green Card renewal Form PDF or I-90 form PDF, treat the search result as a starting point only. Confirm that the file comes from the official USCIS website and that the edition date or version is current before filling it out.

Documents and information to have ready before filing

The exact documents depend on why you are filing. The supplied research confirms that supporting documents are part of the process, but it does not provide a dependable, complete checklist. That means you should not rely on a general internet list as a substitute for the current Form I-90 instructions.

Start by gathering the basic information the form is likely to ask you to confirm, such as:

• Your name and other identifying details
• Your current address
• Your permanent resident information
• The card’s expiration date
• The reason you need a new card
• Information about any change shown on the card

You should also have the card available while completing the application. If the card was lost or stolen, follow the current instructions for documenting that situation rather than trying to recreate a document list from memory.

Before submitting, compare the application with your card. Look for:

• Spelling mistakes
• Wrong dates
• Incorrect numbers
• An old address where a current address is required
• A filing reason that does not match the problem

Your supporting documents should fit the specific reason you selected. A renewal because the card is expiring may not call for the same evidence as a replacement because of an error or a lost card.

Check the latest instructions for file format, copies, translations, signatures, and any special evidence rules. Those details are not established by the available 2026 research, so they should be verified rather than assumed.

Green card renewal fees and the 2026 information to verify

A Form I-90 filing may involve a fee, but the supplied research does not provide a dependable fee amount. That includes the Green Card renewal fee 2026. Do not use an old fee from a blog, saved form, or previous application without checking the current USCIS fee information.

Before paying, confirm:

• The current Form I-90 filing fee
• Whether a separate biometric fee applies to your situation
• Whether any fee exemption or waiver rules may apply
• Which payment methods USCIS accepts
• Whether online and paper filing have different payment steps

The total cost can depend on the kind of request and the rules in effect when you file. A fee amount shown on a third-party page may be outdated.

The available 2026 results establish that Form I-90 remains the identified application for most standard 10-year card renewals and replacements. They also indicate that online and paper filing are available. They do not establish specific new 2026 rules, a complete fee schedule, or a universal document list.

That distinction matters. A search result can answer the main form question without answering every filing detail.

What to do if the card is expired or about to expire

If your regular 10-year card is about to expire, first confirm that Form I-90 is the correct form for your situation. Then review the current instructions, prepare the required information, and file using an accepted method.

If the card has already expired, do not automatically switch to a conditional-resident form. An expired 10-year card and an expired two-year conditional card raise different questions. Check the card type before doing anything else.

You may need proof of your status for work, travel, identification, or another purpose while a replacement card request is being handled. The available material does not provide current proof rules or any specific extension period. Because those details can change, check the latest USCIS instructions and notices for the document you may need.

Keep a copy of what you submit. Save your filing confirmation, payment record, and any notice you receive. If you file on paper, keep a copy of the complete package and proof that it was sent.

If the expiration date is close and your situation is unusual—for example, the card was lost, your name changed, or you have a conditional card—read the instructions for that exact situation instead of treating it as a routine renewal.

Common Form I-90 questions and mistakes to avoid

Is Form I-90 used to renew a green card?

Yes. Most lawful permanent residents with a standard 10-year green card use Form I-90 to renew or replace the card.

The answer changes for some conditional permanent residents. They may need Form I-751 or Form I-829.

What form is used for a 10-year green card renewal?

For a standard 10-year green card, the form is Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card.

Check that your card is actually a 10-year card before filing.

What documents are required?

The documents depend on the reason for your application. The available research confirms that supporting documents may be required, but it does not list every document you might need.

Use the current Form I-90 instructions for the exact evidence rules. Do not assume that a checklist for one filing reason applies to every other reason.

Can I file Form I-90 online?

The available information says Form I-90 may be filed online or by paper. Check the current USCIS filing instructions to confirm that your request is eligible for the method you choose.

What are the new green card renewal rules for 2026?

The supplied 2026 research does not describe specific new rules. It identifies Form I-90 as the form most lawful permanent residents use for a standard 10-year card and says that applicants may file online or by paper.

For current fees, documents, filing limits, and other changes, review the latest USCIS information.

Common errors to watch for

People often run into trouble by:

• Filing Form I-90 for a conditional card
• Using an outdated PDF
• Choosing the wrong reason for the request
• Paying an old fee
• Leaving required answers blank
• Sending documents that do not match the filing reason
• Assuming an expired card has the same rules as a two-year conditional card

Before submitting, review the latest USCIS Form I-90 instructions—or the current Form I-751 or Form I-829 instructions if you are a conditional resident. That final check is the best way to confirm the right form, fee, documents, and filing method.