Legal Question in Immigration Law in Michigan

Re: LPR reentry after 6months

If your mother in law is a lawful permanent resident and has her green card (I-551), and she has stayed outside of the U.S. for LESS THAN 1 year, then she is not required to apply for re-entry permit -- she can enter with her green card. I caution you, however, from the facts you have provided there should not be any problem with a 10 month absence, but a caveat: make sure she doesn't take too many trips abroad or she will not accumulate the amount of residency required to apply for citizenship in five years. Good luck.

Re: LPR reentry after 6months

Your mother can enter as a permanent resident which she is however, because she has been out for more than 6 months, she will likely be questioned at the port of entry to see if she has abandoned her residency. She should have evidence of her intent to live in the U.S. permanently with her upon entry and she should not wait too much longer to return to the U.S. If we can be of further assistance, please email us.