Travel while N-400 pending

[Skribs 6]

Just curious if it is possible to travel outside of the country while waiting to hear on my N-400 application. I can’t apply for a while yet but just starting to think ahead a bit. I have a valid Green Card that isn’t going to expire anytime soon so I assume on that basis I’ll be able to travel freely in and out of the US regardless of a pending Naturalisation application? Any insight would be great!

[Brian&Larissa 73]

In a word:  Yes

[Agusia 1]

Yes you can. One of my friends went to Mexico while her N-400 was pending and she didn't have any issues with that. They might just ask you on your interview if you traveled anywhere after you filed your application.

[Russ&Caro 1,548]

I agree with the others, above. The one thing you might want to be aware of, though, is that applicants are required to show they have resided for at least three months immediately preceding the filing of Form N-400 in the USCIS district or state where the applicant claims to have residency. So if you have recently moved out of a USCIS district or are contemplating a move in the near future, then you'll need to wait to file until you've resided at the new place for 3 months.

 

At your N-400 interview you'll probably be asked about travels abroad since you filed.

 

Then, at your Oath Ceremony you'll be required to list your travels abroad since your interview, to be provided on a form they send you.

 

Have fun in your travels.

[Crazy Cat 39,220]

If you have a valid GC, then you can travel and re-enter under the umbrella of that GC.  Even denial of citizenship wouldn't necessarily affect your status as a legal resident. 

[Skribs 6]

Thanks very much everyone! I appreciate the input!