Legal Question in Immigration Law in Illinois

I understand that the continuous presence for a green card holder means that he must not be out of USA for 06 months or more with in one year,starting from the date of issuance of the green card. But I am confused about the physical presence!!? What will be my physical presence if I take more than one trip out of USA for a total period of less than 06 months in one year? Will it affect and disturb my required presence?

Moreover I want to know that would the next year of my presence start from the same month and day of issuance of my green card each year

Please reply early. THANKS.


Asked on 5/11/10, 2:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

You somewhat misunderstand this naturalization requirement. It's no more than 6 months at a time (doesn't matter whether it's the same calendar year or not).

If you spend less than 6 months abroad, then the continuity of residence required for naturalization was not broken.

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Answered on 5/16/10, 6:28 pm


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