Hello, I am a lawful permanent resident since 2016. My mom worked here in the US for 20+ years and she petitioned us when she had her greencard. When we got here in 2016, we received our greencard months later.
Sadly, i misplaced my greencard last 2023, and I immediately filed for I-90. I already did the biometrics so I am just waiting for it. The receipt notice i received didn’t say anything about an extension. Only the acknowledgement that they received my application and the other is the biometrics appointment itself. I read that LPRs who filed I-90 are eligible for a 36 month extension. I am worried because my greencard will expire in 2026. Am I still eligible for the extension? Despite them not saying it's approved yet and them didn't put it in my receipt notice?
And is it an acceptable document if I file for I-551? Which by the way, I am currently looking for a job, and I really want to get one before I get hired so I don’t have delays getting it. Can I still get an I-551 even though I am actively looking for a job? Or should I wait for me to get hired so I can have a reason?
I am panicking right now. I feel like it's the end of the world for me. And my family is disappointed with me because I lost it.
I appreciate all of your help.
English is not my first language. Sorry.