Renew Green Card | Form I-90 Attorney | $500 Flat Fee

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Renew Your Green Card: Form I-90 With Attorney Preparation

If you need to renew your green card, replace a lost or stolen card, or correct a USCIS error, Form I-90 is typically the USCIS application used to request a new card.
We prepare and file I-90 applications for clients nationwide with attorney-led review and clear pricing for straightforward cases.

Renewing a green card can look simple, but filing decisions can intersect with travel history, prior arrests, and status questions.
Our role is to spot issues early and file in a way that protects you, not just completes a form.

Flat-fee I-90

$500 flat attorney fee for straightforward cases to renew a green card (10-year card) or replace a card that is lost, stolen, damaged, or issued with a simple error.

Cases involving complications are quoted after review (for example: long absences, any arrest history, status ambiguity, or other issues requiring legal analysis).
USCIS filing fees are separate and paid directly to the government.


When Do You Need to Renew a Green Card?

Most lawful permanent residents need to renew their green card every 10 years. You may also need Form I-90 if your card was lost, stolen, damaged, or issued with incorrect information.

  • Your 10-year green card has expired or will expire soon
  • Your green card was lost or stolen
  • Your card was damaged or unreadable
  • USCIS made an error on your card
  • You legally changed your name after issuance
Important: If you have a 2-year conditional green card, you usually do not “renew” it with Form I-90.
In most marriage cases, the correct filing is Form I-751.

Selecting the correct filing basis matters. Errors when you renew a green card can delay processing or create unnecessary questions about your record.


What Is Included in Our I-90 Representation

  • Attorney review to confirm Form I-90 is the correct and safe filing
  • Issue-spotting for travel history, prior filings, and common risk factors
  • Preparation and filing of Form I-90 to renew or replace your green card
  • Document checklist and evidence review
  • Filing through the correct USCIS channel
  • Case tracking and basic post-filing support
Not a form service: Every case is reviewed by an attorney to reduce avoidable delays and prevent a “simple renewal” from turning into a status problem.

Why hire a lawyer?

Many people assume renewing a green card is purely administrative. In practice, I-90 filings can be evaluated against your broader USCIS record.
In a climate of increased scrutiny and unpredictable processing, careful issue-spotting up front can prevent avoidable problems later.

  • Risk screening: travel history, prior filings, identity/name issues, and status ambiguity
  • Clean filing basis selection: reduces delays and mismatch problems
  • Accountability: one responsible professional managing the submission and follow-through

Immigration law is federal. We handle I-90 matters for clients across the United States, including clients who prefer a consistent point of contact rather than navigating the process alone.


Green Card Renewals That Require Extra Review

Attorney review is especially important before you file Form I-90 if any of the following apply:

  • Extended or repeated time outside the United States
  • Any arrest or criminal history (even if old or minor)
  • Prior removal or immigration court proceedings
  • Confusion about conditional versus permanent resident status
  • Urgent travel or employment needs requiring temporary proof of status

Carry a valid, accurate card

It is important to carry a valid and accurate green card. An expired card, a card with incorrect information, or a missing card can create real-world problems
even if your underlying status has not changed.

  • Employment verification and I-9 updates
  • International travel and reentry planning
  • Driver’s license renewals and other benefits processes
  • Unexpected interactions with authorities

Renewing or replacing your card on time helps avoid unnecessary delays, secondary inspection, or repeated requests for additional proof.


Processing Time and Proof While Your I-90 Is Pending

Processing times vary and often take several months. While your Form I-90 is pending, we advise clients on what documentation is commonly used
for employment and travel planning based on their specific situation.


FAQs: Renew Green Card (Form I-90)
How much does it cost to renew a green card?
USCIS charges a government filing fee for most Form I-90 applications. Attorney fees are separate. Our office charges a $500 flat attorney fee for straightforward cases to renew or replace a 10-year green card, and quotes more complex matters after review.
Can I renew my green card online?
USCIS allows online filing in many I-90 cases. The best filing approach depends on the reason you are renewing or replacing the card and your personal history. We confirm the correct filing basis and submit through the appropriate USCIS channel.
How long does it take to renew a green card?
Processing times vary and often take several months. Planning ahead helps you avoid being caught without acceptable proof for employment, travel, or other time-sensitive needs.
Can I work if my green card is expired?
Many lawful permanent residents remain authorized to work, but employers often require updated evidence for Form I-9 purposes. We advise clients on documentation commonly used while an I-90 is pending, based on the facts of the case.
Can I travel while my green card renewal is pending?
Travel may be possible, but the safest approach depends on your circumstances and the documentation you will carry. If you have upcoming travel, it is best to plan early so you are not caught without acceptable proof of permanent residence.
Why is it important to carry a valid and accurate green card?
It is important that your green card is valid and accurate. An expired card, a card with incorrect information, or a missing card can create avoidable issues with employment verification, travel and reentry, driver’s license renewals, benefits processes, and unexpected interactions with authorities.
Do conditional residents “renew” their green cards with Form I-90?
Usually no. Conditional residents generally remove conditions using Form I-751 (marriage-based) or Form I-829 (investor), not Form I-90. If you are unsure which status you hold, do not file until it is confirmed. See: Form I-751.
When is it advisable to hire a lawyer for a green card renewal (Form I-90)?
It is advisable to get legal review before filing if you have long absences from the United States, any arrest history, prior removal or immigration court involvement, uncertainty about your status category, or urgent travel or employment issues. What looks like a routine renewal can become complicated depending on your record.


Next step

If you need to renew your green card or replace it with Form I-90, we can confirm the correct filing category and handle the submission from start to finish.


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    Last Updated on January 15, 2026 by JR

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