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Current N-400 fees depend on how you file and whether you qualify for a reduced fee, fee waiver, or military exemption.
See 2026 Green Card costs, USCIS filing fees, consular fees, and other expenses for family and employment-based cases.
See 2026 USCIS filing fees by form, online vs paper costs, fee waivers, payment rules, and how to verify your exact fee.
Expired or lost Green Card? Learn if you can apply for citizenship, when Form I-90 may be needed, and what proof to use.
Learn how to correct Green Card information, identify who caused the error and follow the appropriate Form I-90 process.
Learn if a Green Card with no expiration date is still valid, which old cards need replacement, and when Form I-90 applies.
An expired Green Card does not generally end permanent resident status. Learn what to do about renewal, work and travel.
Compare Form I-90 and N-400 to decide whether to renew or replace your Green Card, apply for citizenship, or file both.
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