Reentry permit is it recommended?

Submitted by Chief Editor on Nov 1st 2011

My spouse and I am legal permanent resident here in the US for more than 3 years now. We are planning to travel back to India in early December this year and my wife tentatively plans to stay back in India for close to 3-8 months. I am planning to return back after 3 months. In such situation, is it advisable to file re-entry permit (I-131) for her. Also should I get an attorney if I have to file or can I do it on my own?

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If you are not abandoning your permanent residence in USA (keeping your home, job, etc.), I see no need for a reentry permit for a three-month trip. She should apply and through counsel.

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Shama shah replied on Jan 18th 2020 Permalink

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Hi iam Shama my case vawa I-360 pending I got two time prima facie determination letter I before leave states I file I-131 two time got barometric notice but that Time I am in india I have validB1/B2 visa can I travel this visa should I apply I-131

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