New Regulations for Green Card Holders: What Every Lawful Permanent Resident Must Know
New rules have just been introduced – and if you hold a Green Card, not knowing what they are could really cost you dearly.
From new forms to new taxes, the recent U.S. changes to immigration laws have rattled even the most settled of residents. Simply having a Green Card isn’t enough anymore; you have to know how to maintain it.
Here are the new rules for every Green Card holder in 2025.
What’s New: The 2025 Rulebook for Green Card Holders
U.S. immigration law has never been static; however, significant developments are expected in 2025. Here is the breakdown:
New Form I-90 Rules (Effective May 29, 2025)
- In order to renew or replace your Green Card, you will use the new Form I-90.
- The new form has additional eligibility criteria and documentation steps.
- Don’t delay – failure to comply will likely harm your status.
Medical Exam Rule (Form I-693)
- The medical exam is only valid if your related application is pending.
- If your application is denied or withdrawn, the medical report is invalid, even if it was recently completed!
- This rule applies to all applications that are either pending or submitted on or after June 11, 2025.
Tip: Timing is everything! Submitting expired/poorly timed forms could ruin your entire case.
The 1% Remittance Tax: Coming January 2026
Yes, it is true. A 1% remittance tax will be added to most physical money transfers from the United States to other countries.
Who’s affected?
- Green Card holders sending money via cash, money orders, or cashier’s checks.
- Effective: January 1, 2026
Who’s safe?
- Transfers made using S.-issued bank accounts, debit, or credit cards.
Quick Math: Sending $10,000 home in cash? You’ll now pay $100 extra. It may not break the bank, but it definitely breaks the habit.
Risk of Citizenship Revocation
There’s a growing trend that’s hard to ignore:
The Department of Justice is reviewing past naturalization cases. In certain instances, even citizenship is being stripped due to past immigration violations or criminal records.
If you’re a lawful permanent resident, take note—compliance is your safety net.
Use this checklist:
- File taxes accurately
- Report address changes on time
- Don’t get into legal trouble
- Renew documents before expiry
While the changes to lawful permanent resident compliance like these may seem tedious, keep this in mind: not adhering to them can unravel many years of work.
Final Thoughts
Staying informed is staying protected. The US Green Card requirement updates happening today go far beyond paperwork. They represent a tightening immigration landscape – one in which small mistakes come with large repercussions.
This is where VisaExperts comes in—not as a shortcut—but as your map. Whether it be form updates or legal guidance, we will help you stay ahead of the game with clarity, compliance, and confidence.
The Green Card rules aren’t getting any clearer. But with the right information—and proper guidance—you don’t have to navigate alone.
Pro tip: When it comes to immigration, guessing can be very risky. Reading blogs like this one? That’s just smart life.
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