Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Extend Temporary Evidence to Travel Abroad

I was approved to get a green card, but never received the card. At the time of my approval, I received a stamp on my passport that stated that my I-551 was being processed. It was marked with a ''valid until 10-4-03'' date. It has been over a year and I need to travel out of the country very soon. Is there a safe way to travel out of the country if my temporary stamp is expired?


Asked on 9/30/03, 2:08 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Neena Bohra Law Offices of Neena Bohra

Re: Extend Temporary Evidence to Travel Abroad

You can go down to the local BCIS office and obtain an extension of your I-551. While you are there, check on the status of the printing of the actual card.

If you need further help, contact me at 214-526-6688

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Answered on 10/01/03, 9:51 am
Linda Allen Law Offices of LInda M Allen

Re: Extend Temporary Evidence to Travel Abroad

As your green card petition has already been approved by the BCIS you can go to the local BCIS office to obtain another I-551 stamp (for an additional year). You may also wish to file for a replacement green card.

If I may be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me directly at 619.233.0900

Sincerely,

Linda Decker

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Answered on 10/01/03, 4:10 pm
Gabriel Jack Muston & Jack P.C.

Re: Extend Temporary Evidence to Travel Abroad

If you were already approved for LPR and you are just waiting for the actual card, you should be able to go into the local immigration office to get a new stamp in your passport evidencin the fact that you are an LPR. It will be good for another year so you can travel.

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Answered on 9/30/03, 2:32 pm
Jason Hsu Una Law Corporation

Re: Extend Temporary Evidence to Travel Abroad

You may want to file an application for another green card with the BCIS if you have not yet received the card.

The temporary evidence in your passport shall allow you travel, but I would not travel unless you get an extension first.

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Answered on 9/30/03, 9:18 pm


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