How long can I stay out of the US without losing my Green Card?

Once you have your Green Card, you should not stay out of the United States for more than six months at a time because you may interrupt your continuous presence in this country.
You will interrupt your continuous presence in this country if you stay out of the United States for more than one year at a time.

What happens if I lose my employment visa?
When immigrants enter the United States with an employment visa, they have to continue working at that job to be able to stay in the country. Whether they are fired or quit their job, they will need to pursue other actions to remain in the country. If they wish to…
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What steps do I take to get a student visa?
When individuals from outside of the United States want an American education, they may be able to get one. They will have to go through the application process for a student visa. This can help them gain access to enter the country and attend school. This can give them more…
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What happens after the application for consular processing is approved?
Once your application for consular processing is approved by the USCIS, it will be sent to the Department of State’s National Visa Center for further review. If your petition has not been approved, the USCIS will send you a notice with the reason as to why it was denied and…
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