Green Card Requirements - what are they and how do I comply

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Understanding Green Card Requirements and Compliance


Overview


Each year, the United States offers 50,000 Green Cards through the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, often called the Green Card Lottery. Winners are chosen randomly by a computer, but winning the lottery does not guarantee a Green Card. Instead, winners must attend an interview with a U.S. consulate officer to determine their eligibility for a resident visa.

What is a Green Card?


A Green Card, formally known as a Permanent Resident Card or Form I-551, allows individuals to live and work permanently in the United States. It serves as proof of lawful permanent resident status.

Legal Requirements


Under Section 264 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, every alien in the U.S. must be issued a certificate of alien registration. Those aged 18 and over must carry this certificate at all times. Failure to comply is considered a misdemeanor. The procedures for renewing a Green Card are detailed in the Code of Federal Regulations.

Who Needs to Renew a Green Card?


If your Green Card (Form I-551) is valid for ten years and is expired or will expire within six months, you need to renew it. Conditional residents with expiring status should use Form I-751 to remove residency conditions, rather than renewing the card.

How to Renew Your Green Card


If your Green Card is expiring soon, file Form I-90 to renew it.

If You're Outside the U.S.:


- If your card expires within six months but you’ll return to the U.S. within a year, apply for renewal as soon as you return.
- If you’re abroad and didn’t apply before leaving, contact the nearest American Consulate or USCIS office before filing Form I-90.

Checking Application Status


To check the status of your application, you can:

- Call the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 with your receipt number, Alien Registration Number, name, and date of birth.
- Check online at Case Status Online (note that E-Filed receipt numbers may take up to 72 hours to appear).

Appealing a Denied Application


If your renewal application is denied, you will receive a letter with the reasons. While you cannot appeal, you can file a motion to reopen or reconsider with the same office. A motion to reopen must present new evidence, while a motion to reconsider must argue that the decision was incorrect based on the existing legal framework.

Seeking Assistance


For guidance, contact the District Office near your home for a list of organizations that can help with your application and filing process.

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By understanding these requirements and processes, you can effectively manage your Green Card status and stay compliant with U.S. immigration laws.

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