Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Keeping permanent residence

I�ve been permanent resident of the USA since September 2001. I lost my husband who was American citizen due to cancer in September 2004.We have been married for 8 ys. I was denied citizenship after three years, because my husband was not alive at the time of my interview with INS.

Since I have no family here and I have minor children I would like live a country to have help and support of my family in this time of need for my children. I�d like to stay abroad 1-3 ys. How can I preserve my permanent residency and keep my green card? Is there a chance at all to keep my residence while living abroad for a while?


Asked on 5/11/05, 9:10 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Baoqin Wang Law Office of Baoqin Wang

Re: Keeping permanent residence

Staying outside of US for more than 1 year would be a big risk of losing your permanent residence. Please seek formal attorney's help before you leave the country.

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Answered on 5/11/05, 11:21 am
Gabriel Jack Muston & Jack P.C.

Re: Keeping permanent residence

you can apply for a Re-Entry Permit which will allow you to stay abroad for up to two years without losing your Permanent Residence Status.

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Answered on 5/11/05, 12:56 pm
Amy Ghosh Law Offices of Amy Ghosh

Re: Keeping permanent residence

Apply for travel document or re-entry permit

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Answered on 5/11/05, 5:58 pm


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