Green Card Renewal Attorney in Waco, Texas
Residency Renewal
Keep Your Proof of Residency Current
Your permanent resident status does not expire, but the card that proves it does. Ten-year green cards must be renewed, and cards that are lost, stolen, damaged or contain errors must be replaced. An expired card can cause problems at work, when renewing a driver's license, when traveling and when applying for citizenship.
Form I-90 is straightforward when nothing has changed in your life, but it becomes more complicated if you have had an arrest, spent long periods outside the United States or never received your original card. Abogados Vasquez Law Firm files the I-90 correctly, helps you get proof of status while the new card is processed and flags any issue that should be addressed before you apply for naturalization.
What We Handle
How We Help With Green Card Renewal
Renewing an Expiring or Expired Card
You may file up to six months before the expiration date. Filing on time avoids gaps in proof of status; if your card has already expired, we file right away and help you obtain temporary evidence.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen or Damaged Card
We prepare the I-90 with the required explanation and evidence, including a police report when the card was stolen, and advise on travel while the replacement is pending.
Correcting Errors
If USCIS made a mistake on your card, the replacement is filed without a fee. If the error came from the original application, a fee applies. We identify which situation you are in.
Proof of Status While You Wait
The I-90 receipt notice usually extends the validity of your expiring card. If you need a physical stamp, we help you request an appointment at the USCIS field office.
Renewal Versus Naturalization
If you are eligible for citizenship, it may make sense to apply for naturalization instead of, or in addition to, renewing your card. We explain the timing and the costs so you can decide.
Our Process
What to Expect
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Consultation
We review your immigration history, ask the questions that matter and tell you honestly which options may be available to you.
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Case Preparation
We assemble your application, supporting evidence and translations, and prepare you for biometrics and interviews.
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Filing and Follow-Through
We file with USCIS or the immigration court, track deadlines, respond to requests for evidence and keep you informed at every step.
What to Expect
After filing online or by mail, you receive a receipt notice that serves as temporary evidence of status. USCIS may reuse your previous biometrics or schedule a new appointment. Most cases are decided without an interview. Processing times vary; we check the current estimate and let you know if anything is needed.
Your Waco Immigration Attorney
Work With an Attorney Devoted to Immigration Law
Esmeralda Sosa SerratosImmigration Attorney
Esmeralda Sosa Serratos is a Texas-licensed immigration attorney with over a decade of experience dedicated to representing immigrants and their families, with a particular focus on removal defense, immigration litigation, and complex immigration matters.
Where We Serve
Serving Waco and Central Texas
Our office is on Lake Air Drive in Waco, a short drive from downtown, Baylor University and the McLennan County Courthouse. We serve clients across Waco, Bellmead, Woodway, Hewitt, Robinson, Lorena, McGregor, West and the surrounding communities of McLennan County, as well as Temple, Killeen, Hillsboro and the rest of Central Texas. Consultations are available in person, by phone or by video, in English or Spanish.
Waco Office
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Call our Waco office and speak with our bilingual team in English or Spanish.
Se Habla Español
- Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Office: 1215 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710
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FAQ
Green Card Renewal FAQs
When should I renew my green card?
File Form I-90 within six months before the card expires. If it has already expired, file as soon as possible.
Can I travel with an expired green card?
Traveling with an expired card is risky. The I-90 receipt notice generally extends the card's validity for travel and work purposes, but airlines and border officers do not always accept it. Ask us before you book a trip.
Does an expired card mean I lost my residency?
No. Permanent resident status continues even when the card expires. Status can be lost through abandonment, certain criminal convictions or an order of removal, not because the card expired.
I have a two-year conditional card. Do I file the I-90?
No. Conditional residents file Form I-751 to remove the conditions within the 90 days before the card expires. The I-90 is only for ten-year cards. We handle both.
How much does it cost?
USCIS charges a filing fee for most I-90 applications; replacements for USCIS errors carry no USCIS fee. Fees and case expenses are explained in a written agreement before anything is signed.
Contact Us
Start With a Consultation
Whether you were hurt in an accident, need help with an immigration matter or are facing a criminal charge, the first step is a conversation. Tell us what happened, and we will explain your options in plain language, in English or Spanish.
Call (254) 900-7947 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and talk with our bilingual team. Se habla español.
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(254) 900-7947Call (254) 900-7947Se Habla Español
- Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Office: 1215 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710
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