U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Extends Green Card Validity for Permanent Residents with Pending Form I-751 or Form I-829 Petitions

USCIS is extending the validity of Green Cards for individuals who properly file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, or Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status for 48 months beyond the card’s expiration date. USCIS has updated the language on Form I-751 and Form I-829 receipt notices to extend the validity of a Green Card for 48 months for individuals with a newly filed Form I-751 or Form I-829 and is issuing new receipt notices to those with pending petitions. The receipt notice, in conjunction with the expired Green Card, will be considered evidence of continued status, work authorization, and international travel.