How Long Can You Stay in the USA with a Green Card?

Learn how long green card holders can stay in the USA and the implications of extended absences.

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With a green card, you can live and work indefinitely in the USA as a permanent resident. However, you must not stay outside the USA for more than 6 months at a time without maintaining continuous residency, or you risk abandonment of your green card status.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens if I stay outside the USA for more than six months? Staying outside the USA for more than six months can lead to abandonment of your green card status.
  2. Can I lose my green card if I travel frequently? Frequent travel is acceptable, but ensure that you do not exceed six months outside the USA to maintain your residency.
  3. What should I do if I plan to be outside the USA for an extended period? Consider applying for a reentry permit to safeguard your green card status while being outside the USA for a longer duration.
  4. How do I maintain continuous residency with a green card? To maintain continuous residency, limit your absences from the USA to under six months at a time.