When Im greencard holder Can I leave the US ?

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   Gregory Romanovsky

   Boston Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 05, 2012 08:17. You can apply 4 years and 9 months from the date listed on your green card ("resident since") or 2 years and 9 months if you're married to a U.S. citizen.
   Assuming you have no criminal record, short trips should not be a problem (your green card should be sufficient to let you back in), but if you plan to travel for a few months or longer, you should definitely consult an experience immigration attorney.
   Good luck.

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   Robert Beer

   Marietta Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 04, 2012 09:53. You have not provided enough information for me to intelligently answer your question. Question # 1 - When was the date your green card issued?. Question # 2 - What was the basis for you obtaining a green card? ? I would urge you to retain my legal services or that of one of my colleagues. I can be reached at (770)955-1785 or via e-mail at bob@bobbeer.com. Hope this helps. Wishing you well. THINK IMMIGRATION - THINK BOB BEER

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   F. Capriotti

   MN Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 04, 2012 11:08. I agree with Mr. Beer ... we don't have enough information. It could be 3, or 5 years that you need to have had the greencard before you can naturalize.
   Yes, you can travel ... keep good records and don't leave for more than 180 days, preferably less than 90.

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