Living in Ausi for 1.5 years

[yukfou 0]

Hey guys, I hope every one is doing well. Me and my wife are planning to live in Australia for about 1.5 years so I can finish my masters. I was already going to a Queensland Univ prior to coming to the U.S. We are not really sure as to what will happen to my Resident or green card. I do have my travel form and the work permit as well which I got last month. We really don't know how long will the green card take and I don't want to waste any more time. Am i able to to live in Ausi while the A.O.S process? How can I pursue my plan? Please help....Thank you for your time.

Ali

[YuAndDan 153]

You need AP doc before leaving the USA.

You also will need to maintain US domicile, and file returns.

You will need to return to USA for possible AOS interview.

After getting green-card, you will need to file another I-131 for a re-entry permit for absence longer than 1 year but less than 2.

[yukfou 0]

You need AP doc before leaving the USA.

You also will need to maintain US domicile, and file returns.

You will need to return to USA for possible AOS interview.

After getting green-card, you will need to file another I-131 for a re-entry permit for absence longer than 1 year but less than 2.

Can I have my A.O.S interview at the U.S consulate in Australia?

[YuAndDan 153]

You need AP doc before leaving the USA.

You also will need to maintain US domicile, and file returns.

You will need to return to USA for possible AOS interview.

After getting green-card, you will need to file another I-131 for a re-entry permit for absence longer than 1 year but less than 2.

Can I have my A.O.S interview at the U.S consulate in Australia?

Green-card is for living in the USA permanently, the interview is only done in the USA, interview is conducted at the field office that has jurisdiction over your US residence (DOMICILE). As I said before, you must maintain US Domicile.

[yukfou 0]

I see, Yu and Dan thank you very much for your help. Hopefully my interview will be before I leave for Ausi. Good luck every one.