I 90 Renewal: Fill & Download for Free

The I-90 is the form required to request a replacement green card, or to renew an expiring card. Conditional permanent residents may not use it to replace, for any reason, an existing green card that is expired or will expire within 90 days.Your friend’s status isn’t clear, from your question. The I-90 form itself can’t be ‘lost.’https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-90instr.pdf

You can apply right now. Processing time I'd say is running at least 10 months right now (using I-90 renewal times as guidance). It may go longer depending on your country of origin.Remember to apply for the EAD at the same time. While you can continue to hold the H1B during the process, once your EAD is approved, you are free of the H1B and its restrictions. Your employer will no longer have control over your movements and you can work for anyone at that point (assuming you are the one paying for the green card).And since you've been married for 3 years, the green card will also be issued without conditions.

Are you referring to the I-551 stamp? If so, this is only necessary if your green card is expired and you need to travel.Valid Green CardIf you are referring to the normal passport stamp, don’t stress. It is not necessary to get a stamp when you are a permanent resident.Leaving the US for International Travel: According to the USCIS, as a legal permanent resident with a valid green card, you only need your green card and a passport from your country of citizen to travel internationally. If you do not have a passport you will need a travel document.Citizens of some foreign countries may have additional requirements. For information on foreign entry and exit requirements, see the Department of State’s webpage.Returning to the US after International Travel: When returning to the US, you should be prepared to show your unexpired green card or an expired green card with the I-551 passport stamp, any other US identification like a drivers license, and your foreign passport.Need the Date You’ve Returned to the US? If you need the date you’ve returned to the US, you can find get your I-94.Expired Green CardNow, if your green card is expired, you will need to first apply for a new green card. Traveling outside the US with an expired green card is risky.Your Green Card or Permanent Resident Card is the physical proof that you have the right to live and work in the United States. Losing your Green Card can be stressful because you use it when applying for a job, buying a house, traveling, etc. So what do you do if you’ve lost your green card and you need to prove your status as a Permanent Resident?Keep in mind, you may also reenter the US if you have a Notice of Action (I-767 Form) This form is basically a receipt that the USCIS has received your green card renewal application. It can be used as proof of your permanent residency status. Once this form expires, you must get the I-551 stamp. Don’t have your I-767? See below.If you are inside the U.S., you should file an I-90 application to renew your Green Card as soon as you realize it has been lost or stolen. For a better idea of how to do that go to this link. Once you’ve submitted your I-90, The United States Immigration Services (USCIS) will take about six months to process, approve, and issue the Green Card. Some I-90 application may even take longer than six months. When you have an upcoming trip, however, you need immediate proof of permanent resident status. Once you have submitted your renewal application, you can use the I-767 or you may be able to get an emergency I-551 stamp before you receive the I-767. In order to get this stamp, you must have already submitted your I-90 (renewal application) and have a valid passport. The stamp is valid for up to one year and is proof of your permanent resident status for travel, employment, etc. You can get this stamp by making an appointment with your local USCIS office. You should be prepared to bring the following documents:a valid passport,the receipt for the I-90 Form (I-797)Proof of residence within the district of your respective USCIS office,A copy of your expired/lost/stolen Green Card (only if you have it)You can also request emergency walk in appointments at your local USCIS office if you are very limited by time. If you are requesting an emergency walk in, you should be prepared to bring documents that prove your immediate need for the I-551 stamp. For example if your request is based on immediate travel because of a family member’s health, you should bring your flight itinerary and a doctor’s letter.Note: If you do not have a valid passport, you should make an appointment with your local consulate to obtain one.If you are outside the U.S., you should contact the nearest U.S. consulate, USCIS office or port of entry before filing an I-90 From. The USCIS will typically issue the I-551 stamp with a validity period of 6 to 12 months.Best of luck!