Q: Permanent Resident card expired 2014. Need to renew and get temp card to obtain Drivers Lic How?
A:
To renew your expired Permanent Resident card (Green Card) and obtain a temporary card for getting a driver's license, follow these steps:
1. File Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You can file online or by mail.
2. Pay the required filing fee, which is $540 as of April 2024 (including biometrics fees).
3. After filing, you will receive a receipt notice (Form I-797) from USCIS confirming they have received your application. This receipt notice serves as temporary proof of your permanent resident status for 12 months.
4. USCIS will schedule you for a biometrics appointment to take your fingerprints, photo, and signature.
5. Processing times for Green Card renewals vary, but typically take several months. You can check the status of your application online using the receipt number on your I-797 notice.
6. Take your I-797 receipt notice to your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or equivalent agency. Many states accept this as temporary proof of permanent residence for renewing or obtaining a driver's license. However, rules may vary by state, so check with your local DMV for specific requirements.
7. Once your Green Card renewal is approved, USCIS will mail your new Permanent Resident card to the address you provided on Form I-90.
Remember, it is essential to renew your Green Card before applying for naturalization (U.S. citizenship), if eligible, and to always carry valid proof of your permanent resident status.
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