Can I file a N400 after my resident card expired?

[neveradoctor]

My permanent resident card expired over a year ago. I did not renew it because I planned on filing my N400 instead. I am now doing it after it took a while to get all my documents ready. It did take too long I agree.

I don't know if I can submit the N400 or if that will be rejected and I'll be asked to do the i90 first? I am getting different answers from other places I've looked including talking to an attorney. Thank you.

 

[djh]

Yes, your status as a legal immigrant hasn't changed or "expired" due to your physical green card 10 year date passing. The physical card expires, but not your status unless you leave the country and abandon it.

 

[Neous]

My permanent resident card expired over a year ago. I did not renew it because I planned on filing my N400 instead. I am now doing it after it took a while to get all my documents ready. It did take too long I agree.

I don't know if I can submit the N400 or if that will be rejected and I'll be asked to do the i90 first? I am getting different answers from other places I've looked including talking to an attorney. Thank you.

Just curious what did your attorney tells you

 

[neveradoctor]

Just curious what did your attorney tells you

2 attorneys gave me different answers one saying its ok to file the N400 without renewing the green card and the other saying I need to renew the card first. That's why I'm on this forum. I forgot to add in my original post that even the immigration office has told me the 2 different things when I've called them.