Time outside theusa as a lpr

[Strongworth 0]

I am a green card holder and would like to return to the uk for a few months. I have applied for my spouse and children to join me but the way uscis is performing this is at least a 2 year wait. If I return to the uk how long will I be able to stay without endangering my green card status. I have read somewhere that upto a year is feasible but would appreciate any advice from the forum.

[Crazy Cat 41,975]

From Cbp.gov

 

I am a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., can I leave the U.S. multiple times and return?

If you are a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), you may leave the U.S. multiple times and reenter, as long as you do not intend to stay outside the U.S. for 1 year or more.

If you intend to stay outside the U.S. for 1 year or more, you must apply for a re-entry permit with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) prior to leaving the U.S. Re-entry permits are generally valid for 2 years from the date of issuance.Therefore, if you are outside of the U.S. longer than the date the permit was issued, you may be denied entry into the U.S.

To apply for a re-entry permit, you must file an Application for a Travel Document (I-131) with the USCIS. If you applied for permanent resident status, but are not yet officially a lawful permanent resident "green card holder" and you need to leave the U.S. on emergency, you must apply for and receive advance parole to leave the U.S. by filing a I-131 with USCIS.

For additional information, see the USCIS Policy Manual.

If you are required to file documents prior to leaving the U.S., it is imperative that you do so, otherwise, you may be found inadmissible and denied reentry into the U.S.

If you are a green card holder and you do not stay outside the U.S. for 1 year or more, you should have either your green card (I-551) or your returning resident visa to re-enter the United States. You are not required to present your unexpired passport, however it is not a bad idea to carry it with you.

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[Strongworth 0]

Many thanks for your swift response missleman. I intend to depart fairly soon and return in April/May so all being well I should be ok .

[Wuozopo 4,293]

27 minutes ago, Strongworth said:

Many thanks for your swift response missleman. I intend to depart fairly soon and return in April/May so all being well I should be ok .

You may also read what USCIS has to say on the subject https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/after-green-card-granted/international-travel-permanent-resident