Can I travel back to the U.S. if I lost my green card?
Can I travel back to the U.S. if I lost my green card? If your Green Card has been lost, stolen, or expired, you may be able to obtain a “Boarding Foil” valid for 30 days, for a single entry authorizing a transportation line to carry you to the United States without penalty.
Can I get a temporary green card while waiting for renewal?
If you are a permanent resident whose Form I-90 is pending with USCIS, then you may qualify for a temporary I-551. An I-90 is the form you would fill out to renew your permanent resident card. Since this renewal process can take up to six months, you may need temporary approval for things like international travel.
What is a travel document instead of a green card?
The re-entry permit is simply a travel document that allows green card holders to maintain their U.S. residence when traveling abroad for periods of up to 2 years.