How long before i receive my green card?

Asked over 3 years ago - Colorado Springs, CO

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I have been in the United States Of America for seven months and i still have not received my green card. can you help me? ii will be twenty one this year. I went to the Imigration office and they said that there was nothing wrong and that i would receive it shortly. that was three months ago still nothing. how long before i should file for a replacement? can i still travel on my temporary I-551 visa in my jamaican passport? R.C

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My visa will expire on the 22nd of July...can i travel in May without any problems when coming back? And thank you so much Mr. Shihab.

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    Answered February 05, 2010 16:25. It is perfectly safe to travel with your I-551 stamp on your passport. If you feel that your green card was lost in the mail, you should file form I-90 to request replacement of your permanent residence card. The form could be filed online as well.

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