Re-entry Permit

[gc2008]

Hi,

I got my GC on September 6, 2007.
I want to go back to India around June 2008 timeframe for good but don't want to surrender the GC. In case my kids couldn't adjust and I have to come back hence want to keep GC active.

As one year won't be complete by June 2007 N470 can't be applied.

Now what options I have to keep my GC active? Till how long? What papers I need before I leave USA.

I much appreciate the answer.

Thanks.

[PraetorianXI]

Leaving to india for good, makes your GC void, and any claims made (like other people receiving benefits from it) can be revoked once USCIS determines that when you left the USA, you left for good.

[gc2008]

Hi PraetorianXI,

Thanks for answer.

I was trying to find out that how long I can kep my GC active while out of US without filing N470. I intend to go for good but don't want to break the bridge in case something doesn't work out I wnat to come back withing 1-2 years.

Much appreciate your help.

Thanks.

[PraetorianXI]

you can be gone from the USA up to 2 years, with an I-131. But you must not engage in activities that would break your LPR status.

[gc2008]

Thanks for quick answer.

Can you explain "activities that would break your LPR status" little bit?
Is working in India falls in this catagory?

Thanks.

[PraetorianXI]

Yes. You can not take up employment.

Also, failing to file US taxes, you should know all these things.