If you’re facing removal proceedings in the U.S., one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to accept voluntary departure or fight your case and risk a formal removal (deportation) order. These two outcomes carry very different consequences for your immigration future. ✅ What Is Voluntary Departure? Voluntary departure allows a noncitizen to […]

Green card abandonment happens when a lawful permanent resident (LPR) is considered to have voluntarily given up their U.S. residency. This often occurs after prolonged travel abroad — usually over 6 to 12 months — or actions that show a lack of intent to live permanently in the U.S. You do not need to sign

The SB-1 Returning Resident Visa is a U.S. visa for green card holders who have remained outside the United States for more than 1 year (or beyond the validity of a reentry permit) and wish to return without starting the green card process over. It’s a way to reclaim your lawful permanent resident (LPR) status

A Reentry Permit is a travel document issued by USCIS that allows U.S. green card holders to reenter the United States after extended stays abroad — typically for more than 1 year but less than 2 years. It helps protect your lawful permanent resident (LPR) status from being considered “abandoned” due to prolonged travel. 🧾

🛂 What Is Green Card Abandonment? Green card abandonment occurs when a U.S. lawful permanent resident (LPR) is deemed to have voluntarily given up their residency rights. It typically happens when: You remain outside the U.S. for extended periods (usually 6+ months). You fail to maintain ties to the U.S. (e.g., job, home, bank accounts).