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i am a green card holder for the usa but haven’t been in the country for a year and
4 months, will i have a problem coming back through us customs?
Asked on February 17, 2019 under Immigration Law, California
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Possibly, yes. Being outside the US for longer than a year basically terminates your status due to abandonment unless you have either secured a reentry permit prior to departure or have a really good reason for being away for that long. You may have to appear before an immigration judge to plead your case. Otherwise, you will need to reapply for permanent residence.
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