I-90, N-400 and I-751 Automatic Extensions

I-90 Renewals: 36-month automatic extension

N-400 Naturalization: 24-month automatic extension

I-751 Removal of Conditions: 48-month automatic extension

Legal permanent residents who file to renew their green cards will receive a receipt notice that contains an automatic 36-month extension.

Legal permanent residents who file for naturalization (N-400) will receive a receipt notice that contains an automatic 24-month extension, whether or not the green card is due to expire. Keep in mind that you do not need to file an I-90 renewal to apply for naturalization.

Conditional residents (2 years green card holders) who file for removal of conditions will receive a receipt notice that contains an automatic 48-month extension. Keep in mind that Conditional residents must file for removal of conditions rather than filing and I-90 renewal application.

TRAVELING ABROAD

If you plan on traveling while your green card is expired and during the extension period, you will need (1) a valid passport; (2) the expired green card; and (3) the original extension notice.

If you only have a copy of the receipt notice, you may need to call USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 and request an infopass appointment by simply tellling the A.I. agent that you need an infopass appointment. For urgent or emergency situations you may go to your local USCIS field office on a walk-in basis to request a stamp in your passport. You can find the local USCIS field office by visiting: https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-a-uscis-office/field-offices

PROOF OF AUTHORIZATION TO WORK AND DRIVER'S LICENSE RENEWAL

If you need to show proof that you are authorized to work or to renew your driver's license, you can show (1) the expired green card; and (2) the receipt notice with the automatic extension.

The best place for the most up-to-date information about automatic extensions and filing procedures is www.uscis.gov as government processing procedures are subject to change.

If you need assistance with any of your immigration matters, you can call or text us at 512-443-4788 or send us an email at info@zavalalegal.com.