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Form I-90: Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card
USCIS Form I-90 is the Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, filed by permanent residents who need a replacement card. If filing due to an address change, it must be submitted within 10 days of moving.
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USCIS Form I-90 - Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card
USCIS Form I-90 is the Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, filed by permanent residents who need a replacement card. If filing due to an address change, it must be submitted within 10 days of moving.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not use a stamped or typewritten name instead of your actual signature on Form I-90.
- 2Failing to provide a full English translation if the document is foreign language.
- 3Omitting the Alien Registration Number (A-Number) when one exists.
- 4Not signing and dating Part 5 of the application yourself.
- 5Using an incorrect weight format in Item Number 10 (must not be kilograms).
Plain English
This form allows a permanent resident to replace their physical Green Card if it is lost or damaged. Submitting this application notifies U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that the card needs updating. It helps ensure the individual maintains proof of lawful status in the United States.
Submission Date
- Filing date: If an address change is the reason for filing, the application must be submitted within 10 days of moving from the previous residence.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when a lawful permanent resident needs to apply for replacement or renewal of an existing Permanent Resident Card, or when a conditional permanent resident needs to replace their card (unless it is expired or within 90 days of expiring).
- Do not use this form when a conditional permanent resident's card is already expired or will expire within 90 days; in that case, the application should still be used for replacement.
- Check Form G-1055 instead when referencing specific details about applicable filing fees.
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Use this form or another form?
Not specified
This form is the primary document used to apply for a replacement or renewal of the Permanent Resident Card.
✓ Check that you are not using an expired card without following instructions.
Not specified
This form provides specific information regarding the fees applicable to filing USCIS Form I-90.
✓ Verify the exact fee amount listed on G-1055 before mailing your application.
Deadline or filing window
If filing due to an address change, the trigger event is moving from the previous residence. The deadline following that move is within 10 days. No extension period is stated in the official source for this specific requirement.
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What you need before filling it out
Application submission
Completed Form I-90 · USCIS Form I-90
Foreign Language Documents
Full English translation + certified translator statement · Attached to the application
Applicant Signature
Handwritten ink signature (not stamped/typewritten) · Form I-90 itself (Part 6, Item 1.a.-7.b.)
Interpreter Use
Interpreter's full details and signature · Part 6 of Form I-90
Address Change Filing
Proof/Notification of move (if applicable) · Submitted with I-90
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the application contains the signature of the applicant or legal guardian.
- 2Confirm that no stamped or typewritten name is used in place of the handwritten signature.
- 3If submitting foreign language documents, verify a full English translation and its accompanying certification are included.
- 4Verify Part 6 includes interpreter's name, business/organization details, phone numbers (daytime/mobile), and email address if applicable.
- 5Confirm that the application is dated by the interpreter if interpretation was used.
- 6If an attorney or accredited representative is involved, verify Form G-28 is included alongside the I-90.
- 7Check that you have notified USCIS of a new address within 10 days of moving (if not already covered by this filing).
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on USCIS Form I-90, ensuring the signature is handwritten ink.
- 2Attach any necessary supporting documentation, providing full English translations for foreign language items and a certified translation statement.
- 3If applicable, complete Part 6 with interpreter details and sign/date it.
- 4Review your completed application copy before submission to confirm all information is true and correct under penalty of perjury.
- 5Submit the Form I-90 according to the current location listed on www.uscis.gov/I-90, ensuring it is accepted by USCIS for initial processing.
Known limitations
- 1Conditional permanent residents may use Form I-90 to apply for replacement of an existing Permanent Resident Card, but they cannot use it if the card is expired or will expire within 90 days.
- 2If a conditional resident obtained status through marriage or entrepreneurship, their initial Permanent Resident Card is issued for two years.
- 3The form applies to lawful permanent residents and permanent residents in commuter status seeking replacement or renewal of an existing Permanent Resident Card.
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Compact field-by-field guide
Part 1
3 items
Name exactly as it appears on your current or most recent Green Card.
MM/DD/YYYY
Your 9-digit Alien Registration Number from your current Green Card.
Part 2
1 items
Select: initial issuance, renewal (10-year expiration), lost/stolen/destroyed, data error by USCIS, name/personal info change, or permanent resident turned 14.
Part 3
1 items
Where USCIS should mail the new card.
Part 4
1 items
Ethnicity, race, height, weight, eye color, hair color.
Signature
1 items
You must sign the form. Cannot be signed by an attorney unless you are incapacitated.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition of USCIS Form I-90 is dated 01/20/25, and the form's expiration date is 02/28/2027; instructions direct users to www.uscis.gov/I-90 for the most current filing information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 01/20/25.
- Fee — consult Form G-1055 for specific fee amounts.
- Mailing address — do not mail to the OMB reporting address; use website guidance, but note the primary processing address is Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009.
- Signature — confirm the applicant's (or guardian's) signature is handwritten ink on the form itself.
- Conditional Resident Status — ensure that if filing for a conditional resident, the card is not expired or within 90 days of expiration.
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After you file
- 1Submit legible photocopies of requested documents unless the Instructions specifically instruct submission of an original document.
- 2Retain a copy of the completed Form I-90 after filing.
- 3If USCIS requests an original document, it will be returned to the filer after USCIS determines it is no longer needed.
- 4An application is not considered properly filed until USCIS accepts it for initial processing and checks for completeness.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The purpose of Form I-90 is for lawful permanent residents and permanent residents in commuter status to apply for replacement or renewal.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — If you do not attend your biometric services appointment, USCIS may deny your application.
- SRCInstructions p.3 — Item Number 1 (A-Number) begins with an 'A' and can be found on correspondence from DHS or USCIS; type 'N/A' if none exists.
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Select the reason for filing if your card is mutilated or partially destroyed, submitting a copy of the card or government ID.
- SRCInstructions p.8 — Item Number 10 is Eye Color and Item Number 11 is Hair Color; do not enter weight in kilograms.
- SRCInstructions p.9 — If you are not a U.S. citizen, notify USCIS of your new address within 10 days of moving from your previous residence.
Common confusion points
Who can file Form I-90?
Lawful permanent residents and permanent residents in commuter status, as well as conditional permanent residents (CR1, CR2, CF1, CF2) who obtained their status through marriage or entrepreneurship.
→ Check the 'What Is the Purpose of Form I-90?' section on Instructions p.1.
When can a Conditional Permanent Resident file Form I-90?
They may use it to replace an existing Permanent Resident Card, but they cannot use it for a card that is expired or will expire within 90 days.
→ Review the note under 'What Is the Purpose of Form I-90?' on Instructions p.1.
How do you file if your card was mailed but never returned to USCIS?
You must file using reason '2.a.' (My previous card has been lost, stolen, or destroyed).
→ Check case status online at www.uscis.gov/casestatus or call 1-800-375-5283; Instructions p.4.
What do you use if your Permanent Resident Card is mutilated?
Select reason '2.c.' (My existing card has been mutilated) and submit a copy of the card or government-issued ID.
→ See Part 1, Item Number 2.c on Instructions p.3/p.4.
What do you provide if you don't have an A-Number?
Type or print 'N/A' in Item Number 1 (Alien Registration Number).
→ This field is found under Part 1, Item Number 1 on Instructions p.3.
When must a non-U.S. citizen file Form I-90 for an address change?
The applicant must notify USCIS of the new address within 10 days of moving from the previous residence.
→ This requirement is stated in Part 5, Item Numbers 1.a.-6.b. instructions on Instructions p.9.
How do you know if your card was returned to USCIS?
Check case status online at www.uscis.gov/casestatus or call the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 (TTY: 1-800-767-1833).
→ This information is provided in the instructions regarding filing reasons on Instructions p.4.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-90
What is USCIS Form I-90 used for?
This form allows a permanent resident to replace their physical Green Card if it is lost or damaged. Submitting this application notifies U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that the card needs updating. It helps ensure the individual maintains proof of lawful status in the United States.
Who must file USCIS Form I-90?
A permanent resident must file USCIS Form I-90 to replace their Permanent Resident Card.
What information does USCIS Form I-90 require?
The form collects personal details under Part 1, including the Alien Registration Number (A-Number). It also gathers contact information and certification in Part 5, and preparer details in Part 7.
When is USCIS Form I-90 due?
If an address change is the reason for filing, the application must be submitted within 10 days of moving from the previous residence.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-90?
The public reporting burden estimate applies to all responses, but applicants should visit www.uscis.gov/I-90 for current filing locations. Do not mail completed Form I-90 to the address listed for comments (5900 Capital Gateway Drive).
How do I complete USCIS Form I-90?
The applicant must properly complete their application, ensuring no stamped or typewritten name replaces a signature. Part 5 requires the applicant to sign and date the form and provide contact numbers. If someone else prepares the form, that person must also sign and date in Part 7.
What happens if USCIS Form I-90 is filed incorrectly?
If the application is improperly completed, USCIS may reject or deny it and will not establish a basis for eligibility.
Who can file Form I-90?
Lawful permanent residents and permanent residents in commuter status, as well as conditional permanent residents (CR1, CR2, CF1, CF2) who obtained their status through marriage or entrepreneurship. Check the 'What Is the Purpose of Form I-90?' section on Instructions p.1.
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