USCIS Extends Validity of Expiring Green Cards to 36 Months Upon Filing of Application for Renewal
On September 10, 2024, USCIS announced that those who submit a timely application to replace an expired or expiring green card will have their residency status automatically extended for 3 years (36 months) from the date of expiration. This means that your lawful residence in the United States will not end while your application for a new green card is pending. If your green card is expiring or has expired and you applied for a new one, USCIS will mail you a receipt notice confirming that your residency has been extending for 3 years. If traveling abroad, you can present your expired green card and the notice to a customs officer to re-enter the United States. For employment, you can present your expired green card and the notice to your employer as proof of your ongoing ability to legally work in the United States.