Visa & Green Card
Green Card Renewal Fee 2026: Form I-90 Cost & Fee Waiver
What does it cost to renew a green card? See the Form I-90 fee snapshot, online vs paper, and fee-waiver basics — with links to the always-current USCIS fee.
Educational estimate only. Not legal, tax, immigration, or financial advice. Full disclaimer below.
Last updated: July 4, 2026. Fees, processing times, and USCIS policies can change. Always verify with official USCIS sources.
How much is the green card renewal fee?
Form I-90 filing fee (2026)$415 online · $465 paper
Online (Form I-90)
$415
Online is $50 cheaper than paper
Paper (Form I-90)
$465
Mailed filing costs $50 more.
Biometrics
$0
No separate biometrics fee.
Fee waiver
Form I-912
Limited eligibility — never assume you qualify.
This tool is for educational planning only and is not legal advice. USCIS rules, fees, processing times, and eligibility can change. Always verify with official USCIS sources or consult a qualified immigration attorney.
Key takeaways
- • Budget $415 to renew your green card online, or $465 by paper — filing online saves $50, per the USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055).
- • Expect no separate biometrics fee — biometrics, if required, is covered by the I-90 filing fee.
- • File Form I-90 within 6 months of expiry — your receipt notice then extends the card's validity (currently by 36 months) while USCIS processes it.
- • Check Form I-912 fee-waiver eligibility before paying if your income is at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
- • Don't pay the I-90 fee for a conditional 2-year card — that renewal is Form I-751 with its own fee.
The green card renewal fee — officially the Form I-90 filing fee for renewing a Permanent Resident Card — is $415 online or $465 by paper as last verified against the USCIS Fee Schedule. This page is for lawful permanent residents whose 10-year card is expired or expiring, and for anyone comparing the permanent resident card renewal fee, the green card replacement fee for a lost or damaged card, and the separate I-751 path for conditional cards. Below you'll find the exact 2026 fee breakdown by filing method, when your total can differ from the base fee, how the fee-waiver rules work, a 60-second checker that builds your personal fee checklist, and how the fee connects to processing time and the rest of the renewal process.
Green Card Renewal Fee and Timing Snapshot
How each filing situation affects your cost and timing. The base Form I-90 fee is $415 online / $465 paper — always confirm the current amount on USCIS before you pay.
- Fees change
- Check USCIS Fee Schedule
- Online vs paper differs
- Conditional cards are different
Online Form I-90 filing
- Estimated cost
- Check USCIS Fee Schedule
- Timing impact
- Filing day
- What to check
- USCIS G-1055
Paper Form I-90 filing
- Estimated cost
- Check USCIS Fee Schedule
- Timing impact
- Mailing may add time
- What to check
- USCIS G-1055
Fee waiver request
- Estimated cost
- Check eligibility
- Timing impact
- May affect filing preparation
- What to check
- USCIS fee-waiver guidance (I-912)
USCIS error correction
- Estimated cost
- Fee rules vary
- Timing impact
- Depends on the case
- What to check
- Form I-90 instructions
Applicant error / lost card
- Estimated cost
- Fee may apply
- Timing impact
- Depends on the case
- What to check
- USCIS Fee Schedule
Conditional card
- Estimated cost
- Different form and fee
- Timing impact
- Different process
- What to check
- Do not assume I-90; review I-751 / I-829
Green Card Renewal Fee Answer
The green card renewal fee changes with USCIS rules. Do not rely on outdated blog fees. Always check the USCIS Fee Schedule before filing.
These are educational planning estimates. USCIS processing times, fees, receipt notice language, and policies can change. Always verify with official USCIS sources.
Green Card Renewal Fee Snapshot
Base Form I-90 fee: $415 online / $465 paper. The situations below show when your total may differ — always confirm the current amount on USCIS before you pay.
Online Form I-90 filing
$415
Check: USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055) for Form I-90.
Online and paper fees can differ. Verify the current amount before paying.
Paper Form I-90 filing
$465
Check: USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055) for Form I-90.
Mail filing may carry a different fee than online. Verify before mailing.
Fee waiver request
May reduce or waive the fee if you qualify
Check: Form I-912 fee-waiver eligibility.
Eligibility is limited. Never assume you qualify.
USCIS error correction
May be no fee
Check: Form I-90 instructions on USCIS-caused errors.
If USCIS printed the card incorrectly, the fee may not apply.
Applicant error correction
A fee may apply
Check: Form I-90 instructions on applicant-caused errors.
If the error came from your original application, a fee may be due.
Lost / stolen / damaged replacement
$465
Check: USCIS Fee Schedule for a replacement card.
Replacement is generally filed on Form I-90.
Conditional (2-year) green card issue
Different form and fee — usually not Form I-90
Check: Form I-751 or I-829 fees, not the I-90 fee.
High-risk area. Conditional residents usually file a different form.
Fees, processing times, and USCIS policies can change. Always verify with official USCIS sources.
Renewal Fee
Green card renewal fee reminder
Get a personalized fee checklist and fee-waiver reminder. We never show fake dollar amounts.
How this fee checklist is calculated
The checker starts from the base Form I-90 fee on the USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055) — $415 online / $465 paper as last verified — then adjusts for your answers: your filing method picks which base fee applies; your card situation flags cases that use a different form entirely (a conditional 2-year card routes to Form I-751, not I-90); and your income answer flags possible Form I-912 fee-waiver eligibility (generally means-tested benefits, income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or financial hardship). It performs no math beyond that mapping — every dollar figure comes from the verified fee table above, and the result always links you to the official USCIS fee page to confirm before you pay.
How the fee connects to the rest of your renewal
Paying the fee is step one of a longer timeline: after filing, your I-797 receipt extends an expiring card's validity while the case runs — see how long I-90 processing takes and the full step-by-step renewal guide. If your card is lost, stolen, or damaged, the same fee applies but the evidence differs — see replacing a green card. And if your card is a conditional 2-year card, stop — you need Form I-751, not I-90, with a different fee. Renewal has no public-charge test — paying with a fee waiver does not affect your status.
How Much Is a Green Card Renewal in 2026?
As last verified, USCIS charges $415 to file Form I-90 online and $465 by paper — so filing online saves you $50. There is no separate biometrics fee on top. Fees change, so confirm the current figure on the USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055) before you file or pay.
What Is the I-90 Filing Fee — Online vs Paper?
The Form I-90 filing fee is $415 online versus $465 by paper — $50 cheaper online — and online filing also makes payment and case tracking easier. Choose the method that fits you, but the online discount applies to most I-90 renewals.
Is the Permanent Resident Card Renewal Fee the Same Thing?
Yes — "permanent resident card renewal fee," "green card renewal fee," and "Form I-90 fee" all refer to the same $415 (online) / $465 (paper) charge. The green card is officially Form I-551, the Permanent Resident Card, and Form I-90 is the application used to renew or replace it.
Is Biometrics Included in the Fee?
There is currently no separate biometrics fee for Form I-90 — biometrics, if required, is covered by the filing fee. Confirm on the current Fee Schedule and Form I-90 instructions, since USCIS fee structures have changed over time.
Can You Get a Fee Waiver for Form I-90?
Some applicants who cannot pay may request a fee waiver using Form I-912. Eligibility is limited — for example, based on means-tested benefits, income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or financial hardship — and is never guaranteed. Review the official criteria carefully before requesting one.
Common Fee Mistakes and the Refund Rule
Common mistakes include relying on an outdated fee amount, paying the wrong fee for your filing method, assuming biometrics is or isn't included, and paying an I-90 fee when a conditional card actually requires a different form and fee (I-751 or I-829). And remember: USCIS filing fees are generally non-refundable, even if your application is denied or rejected.
General planning information only. Confirm current USCIS fees, forms, and processing times on the official USCIS website before you file.
Official USCIS sources
Always verify current rules, fees, forms, and processing times directly with USCIS:
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a green card?
As last verified against the USCIS Fee Schedule (G-1055), renewing a green card costs $415 if you file Form I-90 online or $465 by paper. Fees change, so always confirm the current amount on the official fee schedule before paying.
What is the Form I-90 fee?
The Form I-90 filing fee is $415 for online filing and $465 for paper filing, as last verified. USCIS adjusts fees periodically — check the official USCIS Fee Schedule for the current amount rather than relying on an older figure.
Is online filing cheaper than paper filing?
Yes — as last verified, filing Form I-90 online costs $415 versus $465 by paper, a $50 saving. Online filing also gives you easier payment and case tracking. Compare both on the official USCIS Fee Schedule before you file.
Is biometrics included in the I-90 fee?
Yes — there is currently no separate biometrics fee for Form I-90; biometrics, if required, is covered by the filing fee. Check the USCIS Fee Schedule and Form I-90 instructions for the latest structure, since this has changed over time.
Can I get a fee waiver for green card renewal?
Some applicants who cannot pay may qualify for a fee waiver using Form I-912 — generally based on a means-tested benefit, household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or financial hardship. Eligibility is limited and never guaranteed — review the official criteria.
Is the green card replacement fee the same as the renewal fee?
Yes — replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged card uses the same Form I-90 and the same $415 online / $465 paper fee, as last verified. What changes is the reason you select and the evidence you attach, not the fee.
Do I pay if USCIS made an error?
If USCIS caused the error on your card, the fee may not apply. If the error came from your original application, a fee may be due. Check the Form I-90 instructions.
Are USCIS fees refundable?
USCIS filing fees are generally not refundable, even if a request is denied. File carefully and confirm eligibility before paying.
Written / reviewed by Deepak Middha · CA, Series 65
Last updated: July 4, 2026
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