Green Card Renewal Fee: What Form I-90 Costs in 2026

What Is the Green Card Renewal Fee in 2026?

The green card renewal fee is what USCIS charges to process Form I-90 and print a new permanent resident card: $465 (paper) / $415 (online) as of October 2026. One payment covers intake, biometrics, background checks and card production.

Who pays this fee

Holders of a 10-year green card that is expiring, expired, lost or damaged pay it. Our green card renewal guide explains the filing steps; this page covers only the money side.

How Much Does It Cost to Renew a Green Card in Total?

For most people, the full cost of green card renewal is the I-90 fee alone, and filing online makes it lower. Travel to your biometrics appointment or legal help are private, optional costs, and none of them is paid to USCIS.

Online total vs paper total

Online, your USCIS total is the online I-90 amount; mailing raises it to the paper amount. Neither adds a card, mailing or biometrics charge, so that gap is the only USCIS saving you control.

Current I-90 Fee: Paper vs Online

USCIS lists two prices for the I-90 form fee, a lower one online and a higher one on paper: $465 (paper) / $415 (online) as of October 2026. Both come from Form G-1055, Edition 10/16/26, the official fee schedule.

I-90 cost by filing method

This table compares the two ways to file Form I-90. The only USCIS difference between the rows is the price and the payment route.

Where the number comes from

The I-90 line in Form G-1055 shows both prices; our form g 1055 guide explains how to read it. If a website shows a different green card renewal price, trust the schedule.

Why Is the Online I-90 Cheaper?

Online filing costs USCIS less to process, so the online price is lower, a discount built into the April 2024 fee rule. On October 7, 2026, USCIS added a PDF-upload online option for Form I-90, opening the cheaper route to more filers.

What you need to file online

You need a free USCIS online account, a card or bank account and digital copies of your evidence. The account shows your receipt notice and case updates. Scan each document clearly before you start.

When Is the Higher Paper I-90 Price Worth Paying?

Choose paper if you are asking for a fee waiver, since Form I-912 requests usually travel with a paper I-90. An approved waiver means you pay nothing; without one, the higher paper price buys the same card. Otherwise, file online.

When an attorney files for you

Some filers prefer paper because an attorney or accredited representative prepares and mails the package. You then pay the paper amount plus the representative's fee, unless a waiver is approved.

Is Biometrics Included in the I-90 Fee?

Yes. Since April 1, 2024, the I-90 price includes biometrics, the fingerprints, photo and signature taken for your new card: Biometrics included in most fees (separate $30 for TPS I-821 and some EOIR forms). Guides that add a separate charge are out of date.

What happens at biometrics

USCIS schedules you at an Application Support Center. Bring the notice and ID: Bring your I-797C appointment notice and a valid photo ID to the ASC. Our biometrics appointment guide explains the visit.

The cost of missing it

Missing the appointment costs more than the fee: Missing biometrics can lead to denial for abandonment. A denial means paying again, since fees are not refunded. If you cannot attend, reschedule before the date: Reschedule biometrics online at least 12 hours before, with good cause, or call the Contact Center.

How Much Is the Green Card Renewal for Each Filing Reason?

The I-90 asks for one reason for application, and the reason decides whether you pay. Most reasons pay the full fee; three narrow cases cost nothing: a USCIS error, a card that never arrived, and some cards replaced at age 14.

Green card replacement cost by I-90 reason

Find the reason that matches the box you will check on Form I-90. The fee column shows whether that reason pays the standard amount or nothing.

Reasons that pay the full fee

Renewal, loss, theft, damage and name changes all pay the standard fee. USCIS lists the full set of reasons as: File I-90 if your card is lost, damaged, wrong, expiring within 6 months, or you turned 14. Pick the box that matches your situation exactly.

Reasons that may be free

The free cases depend on facts USCIS can check in its own records. Claiming a no-fee reason that does not apply may get the filing rejected, so when in doubt, pay and explain.

When Is the Green Card Renewal Fee Free?

The green card renewal fee is waived automatically, with no waiver form, in three situations listed in the fee schedule. These are fee exemptions, not hardship waivers: they depend on why you file, not on your income. The two main cases are below.

USCIS or DHS error on your card

If the card shows a wrong name, birth date or other detail because of a government mistake, fixing it is free; send the incorrect card and proof of the correct details. If the error was yours, you pay the full fee.

A card that was never delivered

You may pay nothing if USCIS mailed the card but you never got it. The exemption has limits: Returned green cards are held 60 business days (about 12 weeks), then re-mailed or destroyed. Our card was returned to uscis page explains that status.

Replacement Card Fee: Lost, Stolen or Damaged Cards

A lost, stolen or damaged green card is replaced with the same Form I-90 and fee as a renewal: the replacement of green card fee is $465 (paper) / $415 (online) as of October 2026, with no cheaper "replacement only" option.

How much is it to replace a green card?

Replacing a card costs exactly what renewal does, even if the lost card still had years left. Our lost green card guide covers what to do first. No discount applies for a recent card.

Damaged cards

A cracked, faded or unreadable card is replaced at the full fee. If you still have it, send it with a paper filing or follow the online upload instructions. Keep a photo of it too.

How Much Does It Cost to Replace Your Green Card After a Name Change?

A legal name change, such as after marriage or divorce, needs a new card at the full I-90 fee, the same amount as renewal. Proof of the change may carry its own court or records fee. Order a certified copy of the court order or marriage certificate before you start the I-90.

Proof of your new name

Common proof is a marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order. For a paper filing, get certified copies, which the issuing office charges for. Online filers usually upload a clear scan instead, which can save the cost of extra certified copies.

Should You Combine a Name Change With Your Green Card Renewal?

Yes, if your card is close to expiring: one I-90 covers both, so you pay one fee, not two. If the card has years left, a name that no longer matches your ID can cause trouble at work or when traveling, so you may need the new card sooner.

Is There a Cheaper Green Card Duplicate Fee?

No. USCIS does not sell a duplicate green card or spare copy; every new card needs a full Form I-90 and the standard fee. Proof of status while you wait costs nothing extra. If someone offers a cheap "copy" of your card, it is not an official document and is a scam.

Why there is no spare card

A permanent resident card is a secure identity document, and only one valid card exists at a time. A new card replaces the old one, which is cancelled. Keep a photocopy for your records.

Free ways to prove status

While a renewal is pending, your receipt notice extends your card: I-90 receipt notice + expired card = proof of status for 36 months from the card's expiration date. You may also ask for an I-551 stamp: I-551/ADIT stamp: temporary proof of green card status; request through the USCIS Contact Center (800-375-5283).

What If Your New Card Never Arrived?

If USCIS mailed your card and it never reached you, a free replacement may be possible, depending on who caused the problem. If you moved without telling USCIS, you pay the full fee. Check the delivery history first, then decide which reason to choose on the I-90.

Track the card first

Check your case status for "card was mailed" and any USPS tracking number. Our card was mailed page explains what to do if delivery stalls. Ask your local post office about it before you file and pay for a replacement.

Keep your address current

USCIS states: Update your address online in your USCIS account (E-COA); a mailed AR-11 also counts. Updating your address is free, while a lost card from an old address can cost a full fee. Our uscis change of address guide shows how.

Who Pays Nothing to Fix a Card Error?

A mistake caused by USCIS or DHS costs nothing to correct, one of the clearest no-fee I-90 cases. If the mistake came from your own application, the standard fee applies. Compare the new card with your approval notice and passport as soon as it arrives, so you can report the error quickly.

Proving the error was USCIS's

Compare the card with what you submitted. If your passport and application show the right date but the card does not, the error is likely USCIS's; send copies showing the correct information.

Common errors people find

• Misspelled name or reversed first and last names
• Wrong date of birth or country of birth
• Wrong gender marker
• Wrong "resident since" date

If you spot any of these, check whether your own application had the same mistake. If it did not, file under the DHS-error reason and pay nothing.

Turning 14: Does Your Child Pay to Replace the Card?

Children who get a green card before 14 must replace it after turning 14. If the card expires after the child's 16th birthday, the I-90 is free; otherwise the standard fee applies. Parents usually file for the child.

Filing window at age 14

File after the 14th birthday, following the timing in the I-90 instructions. The new card carries updated fingerprints and a new photo, taken at biometrics. At 14 the child generally signs the I-90, though a parent can prepare it.

When the full fee applies

If the card expires before the child turns 16, you renew instead and pay the full fee. Check the expiry date on the card before filing. The child rate does not exist for I-90.

Fee Waiver for Green Card Renewal

A fee waiver for Form I-90 is possible with Form I-912 if you meet one of three income or hardship tests; the request costs $0 (no fee to request a fee waiver). Approval removes the I-90 fee; denial means USCIS rejects the package and you refile with payment.

Who qualifies

USCIS lists three bases: Fee waiver: means-tested benefit, income at or below 150% of poverty guidelines, or financial hardship. Our uscis fee waiver guide lists the evidence for each. Without documents for the basis you claim, USCIS denies the waiver and rejects the I-90.

Benefits that do not count

Medicare, unemployment benefits and Social Security retirement are not means-tested, so award letters for them will not support a waiver; rely on the income or hardship basis instead. SNAP and Medicaid letters do count.

Filing on paper

Waiver requests usually go on paper, so if the waiver is denied and you refile on paper, you also lose the online discount. Plan your evidence carefully. Send it to the paper address.

Should You Ask for an I-90 Fee Waiver?

Ask if you clearly meet a waiver basis. Near the income limit, a denied waiver, rejected package and lost time may outweigh the saving, especially if your card expires soon. If your card is still valid for a few months, you have time to try the waiver and refile if it is denied.

When it is worth it

A waiver is worth it if you receive a means-tested benefit and have a current award letter. That proof is simple for USCIS to check, so the outcome is more predictable.

When paying may be wiser

If your card has expired and you need proof of status quickly, paying online can be faster; a rejected waiver could leave you without a receipt notice for weeks.

Do Conditional Residents Pay the I-90 Fee?

Usually not, because a 2-year conditional green card cannot be renewed with Form I-90. USCIS explains: Most green cards are valid for 10 years; conditional green cards for 2 years. Conditional residents file Form I-751 to remove conditions, which costs $750 (paper) / $700 (online).

Avoid paying for the wrong form

Filing an I-90 when you need an I-751 wastes a nonrefundable fee. Check whether your card says "conditional" or shows 2-year validity before you pay. If you are unsure, read the card's expiry date and "resident since" date, and compare them.

Can a Conditional Resident Use Form I-90 to Replace a Card?

Yes, in one case: a conditional resident may use I-90, at the full fee, to replace a lost or damaged card that does not expire within 90 days. Closer to expiry, the I-751 is the right form; our form i-751 guide explains the window.

Checking the 90-day cutoff

Count the days to the expiry date on the 2-year card. More than 90 means an I-90 replacement at the full fee; 90 or fewer means filing Form I-751 and skipping the I-90 fee.

Renewal Cost Worksheet: Add Up Your Total

This worksheet replaces a calculator: tick the lines that apply and add them up. USCIS lines point to the current fee schedule, so your total stays accurate; private lines are yours to estimate. Most people use only one or two lines.

The green card renewal cost worksheet

Work down the lines from A to F. Skip any line that does not fit your case, then add the amounts you kept.

Step 1: pick your I-90 amount

Use the online amount if you file online, or the paper amount if you mail it. Line A becomes zero for a no-fee reason or an approved waiver. Every later line is added to this figure.

Step 2: add private costs

Most filers add only line E; name changes add line C, and lines D and F are for unusual cases. Keep the total with your filing records. Use real quotes where you can.

What Do Real Renewal Budgets Look Like?

Four typical permanent residents show how the immigration green card renewal price varies. The examples use only USCIS fees; fill in private costs for your area. Each example is fictional but based on a common situation. Find the one closest to yours and use it as a starting point for the worksheet above.

Example 1: routine online renewal

Carlos's 10-year card expires in five months. He files online and drives to biometrics, so his total is the online I-90 fee plus fuel. He pays the lower online fee.

Example 2: lost card on paper

Priya lost her wallet on a city bus. Her attorney prepares a paper filing, so she pays the paper fee plus the attorney's flat rate. Filing online would have saved her the gap.

Example 3: USCIS error

Dmitri's new card shows the wrong birth year, though his application was correct. He files I-90 under the DHS-error reason, sends the card and pays nothing. He keeps a copy of everything.

Example 4: low-income renewal with a waiver

Grace receives a means-tested benefit and mails a paper I-90 with Form I-912 and her benefit letter. If the waiver is approved, she pays only postage and travel. If denied, she refiles with the fee.

What Other Costs Come With Renewing a Green Card?

Beyond the I-90 fee, most people pay only for travel to biometrics. Some add certified copies, translations, postage or legal help, none of which goes to USCIS. For most online filers, the total is the fee plus one trip. Paper filers also pay postage, ideally with tracking.

Photos and documents

USCIS captures your photo at biometrics. You usually send a copy of your current card and ID; check the I-90 instructions for what your reason requires. You do not need to buy passport photos for an I-90.

Certified copies and translations

Name changes and foreign-language records can add certified copies and translator fees, paid to the office or translator, not USCIS. Worksheet lines C and D cover them. Ask each office for its price.

Do You Need a Lawyer to Renew a Green Card?

Most people renew without a lawyer because Form I-90 is short and its reason boxes are clear. A lawyer is worth it if you have an arrest, a long trip abroad, removal proceedings or doubts about your status. Otherwise, filing yourself is usually fine.

When legal help pays off

Renewing triggers a new background check, so with any criminal history, talk to an immigration attorney or DOJ-accredited representative first. Our immigration lawyer cost guide explains typical billing models.

Free and low-cost help

Community groups with DOJ-accredited representatives handle many I-90s cheaply. Notarios and paid "form preparers" cannot legally advise you. Before paying anyone, confirm they are a licensed attorney or on the Justice Department's list of accredited representatives.

How Do You Pay the I-90 Fee?

You pay with a card or a bank withdrawal: as of October 2026, USCIS says to pay online through Pay.gov, or on paper with Form G-1450 (card) or Form G-1650 (bank account). Gift cards are never accepted. Cash is not accepted either.

Paying online

The last screen of the online I-90 sends you to Pay.gov. Have a card with enough limit, or your bank routing number, ready before you start. Save the confirmation page.

Paying by mail

Sign Form G-1450 (card) or Form G-1650 (bank debit) and put it on top of the I-90. Under current USCIS rules, checks, money orders and cashier's checks are accepted only with an approved Form G-1651 exemption.

Which I-90 Payment Errors Cause Rejection?

A wrong amount, declined card or missing payment form gets an I-90 rejected at intake and returned without a receipt notice, so you have no proof of a pending renewal. Check the amount on filing day. Before mailing, confirm the card limit with your bank and sign Form G-1450 or G-1650.

Wrong amount

Using an old fee from a blog is the most common error; mailed requests postmarked on or after October 16, 2026 must carry the current fee. Match the online or paper amount to how you file.

Mixing payment methods

USCIS rules say to use one payment method per form; USCIS won't take a mix of payment types for one form. You cannot split the fee between two cards or combine a card with a check.

Declined cards and missing payment forms

A declined card or bounced bank debit is treated like a wrong amount. On paper, leaving out the signed G-1450 or G-1650 has the same result: no payment and no receipt notice.

Is the Green Card Renewal Fee Refundable?

No. USCIS states: USCIS fees are nonrefundable, even if your case is denied or withdrawn. That includes denied or withdrawn I-90s, so pay only when you are sure of the form and your reason. Check your reason box twice before paying.

When you might get money back

The main exception is a USCIS error, such as charging the wrong amount; contact USCIS through your online account or the uscis contact number. Keep the payment record and receipt notice ready when you ask.

Choosing the right form protects your money

Conditional residents, people who have naturalized, and people who may have abandoned status should check before filing. Paying for the wrong form means losing the fee. A naturalized citizen, for example, needs a U.S. passport, not a new card.

What Happens If USCIS Rejects Your I-90 Payment?

A rejected I-90 is generally treated as never filed, and USCIS sends a rejection notice. You must fix the problem and refile with the correct fee; until then, no receipt notice extends your card. The notice states the reason, so fix that exact issue before you refile.

Fix and refile quickly

Read the rejection notice for the reason, correct the amount or payment form, and refile. If your card has expired, filing online gets a receipt faster. Do not resend the rejected payment form.

Rejection is not denial

A rejection is about the package, not your eligibility. A denial is a decision on the merits. If your I-90 is denied, see our case denied help guide for options.

Is There a Late Fee for an Expired Green Card?

No. Form G-1055 lists no late surcharge for the I-90, so the fee is the same whether your card expires next month or expired years ago. The real cost of renewing late is trouble proving status for work or travel.

What an expired card costs you

An expired card does not end permanent resident status, but employers, airlines and some agencies may not accept it. That can mean delays, missed flights or extra trips for an I-551 stamp.

Still renew as soon as possible

Even years late, file the I-90 now. The receipt notice extends the card while the renewal is pending. Waiting longer does not change the fee; it only adds time without valid proof of status.

When Should You Pay to Renew?

USCIS lets you renew a 10-year card within 6 months before it expires, or any time after. Paying in that window gives continuous proof of status; earlier filing does not fit the expiring-card reason. Mark the date six months before your card expires; that is the first day you can file.

The 6-month window

Mark the date six months before expiry on your calendar. File then, so the receipt notice arrives before the card lapses. If you file online, the receipt notice appears in your account soon after you pay, which gives you proof sooner.

Filing after the card has expired

If your card has already expired, there is nothing to wait for: file and pay any time, at the same fee. File online if you need the receipt notice quickly.

What the receipt notice gives you

USCIS states: I-90 receipt notice + expired card = proof of status for 36 months from the card's expiration date. That extension costs nothing extra; it comes with the fee you already paid.

What Does Your I-90 Fee Buy While You Wait?

Your fee buys more than the card: a receipt notice that extends your card's validity, plus case updates. You can also request a temporary I-551 stamp through the Contact Center for travel or work. None of these cost extra.

Case status updates

Your receipt number lets you track the renewal online for free. Our i-797c notice of action page shows where to find it. You can also link a paper-filed case to a free USCIS online account and get updates there: Free USCIS online account: case status updates, notices, link paper-filed cases.

Is an I-551 Stamp Free While Your I-90 Is Pending?

Yes. The I-551 stamp is requested through the Contact Center, not a paid form, and works as temporary proof: Temporary I-551 stamp: valid until its expiration date, or 1 year if no date is printed. Our i 551 stamp guide explains how to request it.

When to ask for the stamp

Most renewals never need one, since the receipt notice extends the card. Ask when an employer, airline or agency will not accept the card plus receipt, such as before international travel.

How Long Does Your Payment Take to Turn Into a Card?

The fee is charged at intake, but the card takes months: USCIS data put the I-90 at I-90: median 5.5 months (USCIS data, Apr.-June 2026). The live USCIS tool uses a different measure, so check it for your case.

Where to check the current time

Right now, 10-year renewals take 10.5 months (USCIS data retrieved Oct 27, 2026). Our how long does green card renewal take page explains how to read the official tool. The tool's numbers change as USCIS updates them, so check again before booking travel.

Bridging the gap

If your card expires before the new one arrives, the receipt notice and an I-551 stamp cover you. Neither costs more than the fee you paid. Keep the notice with your expired card.

Can You Pay Extra to Speed Up a Green Card Renewal?

No. Premium processing does not cover Form I-90; USCIS lists the eligible forms: Premium processing covers I-129 work visas, I-140 (EB-1/2/3), I-765 OPT/STEM OPT and I-539 to F/M/J. A free expedite request is approved only for limited reasons, such as an urgent humanitarian need.

Free expedite requests

USCIS explains the route: Ask for an expedite through the USCIS Contact Center or your online account. No fee is listed; our uscis expedite request guide lists the criteria. Gather proof of the urgency first.

Avoid "fast-track" sellers

A "rush renewal" sold for extra is not a USCIS service. Forms that can be sped up for a fee are covered on our premium processing page. Report any seller who claims special access.

Do H.R. 1 Fees Apply to Green Card Renewal?

No. The H.R. 1 add-on fees in the October 2026 schedule apply to certain parole, asylum, work permit and related forms, not Form I-90. USCIS notes: H.R. 1 fees can't be waived and must be paid separately. So none apply to an I-90.

Where H.R. 1 fees appear

They sit on forms such as the I-131, I-589, I-765, I-821 and I-941, none of which a card renewal involves. For employment filings, see our h1b visa fees guide. Your I-90 total is unaffected.

How Often Will You Pay the Green Card Renewal Price?

About every ten years, since most cards last a decade: Most green cards are valid for 10 years; conditional green cards for 2 years. A permanent resident who never naturalizes pays the renewal fee several times, at whatever price applies each time.

Do You Pay to Replace an Old Green Card With No Expiration Date?

Yes, if you choose to replace it. Some older cards have no expiration date and remain valid, but many holders replace them to avoid problems with employers and travel. The replacement uses Form I-90 at the standard fee, with no discount.

Renewing vs Naturalizing: Which Is the Better Spend?

Renewing keeps your green card valid ten more years; naturalizing ends renewals for good. The N-400 costs $760 (paper) / $710 (online); reduced fee $380 (paper only) if household income is at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, the I-90 $465 (paper) / $415 (online). If you are already eligible, naturalizing may cost less over time.

I-90 vs N-400 fee comparison

This table sets the renewal fee beside the one-time naturalization fee, with how often each is paid.

When to renew anyway

If you are not yet eligible to naturalize, renew. Some people also renew while an N-400 is pending to keep valid proof for travel. That can be worth the fee if your card lapses before the oath.

Compare the full cost

Our how much does it cost to become a us citizen guide adds up every naturalization cost. It covers the N-400 fee, the reduced fee for lower incomes, and what to budget for the interview and oath. Compare that one-time cost with paying the I-90 fee every ten years.

How Has the I-90 Fee Changed?

The I-90 price last changed with the April 1, 2024 fee rule, which folded biometrics into the filing fee and added the online discount. Current numbers come from the G-1055 edition dated October 16, 2026; older articles may show other amounts.

The October 2026 schedule

Every amount on this page comes from the 10/16/26 edition; match your payment to the edition in force on your filing date. That edition changed the H.R. 1 add-on fees elsewhere, not the I-90 line. Recheck the edition date on uscis.gov before you pay.

Will the Green Card Renewal Fee Go Up?

The I-90 price rises only after DHS completes a fee rule and USCIS reissues Form G-1055. A proposal in the headlines does not change your bill; the October 16, 2026 schedule still sets the price. A final rule always states the date a new green card renewal fee takes effect.

How to tell a proposal from a final rule

Look for an effective date in the Federal Register and a new G-1055 edition on uscis.gov. Without both, nothing has changed. A proposed rule also has a comment period, which means the fee has not changed yet.

Should you file early?

File only within your 6-month window. Filing too early can lead to rejection, and there is no gain in beating an unfinalized fee change. The fee in force on your filing date applies.

How Do You Confirm the Right Amount Before Paying?

Check the I-90 line in Form G-1055 and the USCIS fee calculator on filing day; they should match. If not, call the USCIS Contact Center before paying, and never rely on a third-party quote. It takes only a few minutes.

Use the fee calculator

Enter "I-90" and your reason in the USCIS fee calculator; the result should match the schedule line. If the numbers differ, trust the current G-1055 and check that you chose the right reason.

Check the hub

Our uscis fees hub explains how the fee schedule is organized and links to every fee page. It also shows which fees changed with the October 2026 edition, so you can spot an out-of-date amount on another site before you pay it.

How Do You Spot Green Card Renewal Fee Scams?

A renewal scam asks for money outside official channels. The real I-90 fee goes only to USCIS, through Pay.gov or a paper payment form; any phone demand, gift card request or paid "I-90 kit" is a warning sign. Hang up and check your case only through your USCIS online account.

Warning signs

A caller demanding a renewal fee, a site charging for the form or a total far above the official fee are red flags; our uscis scam guide shows where to report fraud.

Check your receipt

A real filing produces a receipt notice from USCIS. If you paid someone and never got one, your I-90 may never have been filed. Check the receipt number on the official USCIS case status tool, not a link sent by the preparer.

Paying a preparer vs paying USCIS

A preparer may charge for their time, but the I-90 fee itself goes to USCIS through Pay.gov, G-1450 or G-1650. If someone wants the government fee sent to them, treat it as a scam.

If X, Do Y: Your Renewal Fee Decision Table

Use this table to match your situation to the right form and fee. It covers common cases; if you have a criminal record or long absences abroad, get legal advice before paying. Find your row, then confirm the fee on the current G-1055 before you pay.

I-90 cost by situation

Read across each row: your situation, the form to file, and the fee to plan for.

When to get legal advice first

Long trips abroad can raise status questions: Long trips abroad can risk your green card; over 1 year is the general warning line. Talk to an attorney before paying if that applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

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