Legal Question in Immigration Law in Georgia

I am a permanent resident since july of 2010. I want to travel to my country in december for 6 months.

I am wondering how long I can be outside the country and if is gonna be a problem with my status ?

thank you.


Asked on 11/12/10, 11:05 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Dianne Brooks The Mandel Law Firm

Generally if you stay outside of the country for more than 1 year you could be putting your status as a Legal Permanent Residence in jeopardy. You can, however, travel back and forth freely, as long as you maintain your primary residence in the U.S.

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Answered on 11/17/10, 11:27 am


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