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Do I need Re-entry Permit?

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HKcouple   0

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Hi everybody.

(Moderator- if this isn't the correct spot, please move. thanks in advance)

My wife had a death in her family last week. She wants to go back to Hong Kong for 1-2 weeks. Does she need a re-entry permit for just 1-2 weeks?

Quick info:

We got marry July 27, 2008. But her green card doesn't expire until next year so I'm assuming we don't need to worry about removing condition.

Any help appreciated. THANKS ALL~~

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About 07/11/08 - My wife first step on USA

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We're at the process where we will have an interview for my wife 10 year visa. My wife already have her 2 years condition green card and her Social Security #.

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Brother Hesekiel   2,236

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A reentry permit is needed once the GC holder leaves the US for more than 1 year. It is valid up to 2 years. So, no, in your case you do not have any use for a reentry permit.

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HKcouple   0

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That's good to hear. I was worry about waiting for the re-entry permit to arrive and what not.

So my wife just needs to bring her GC (2 year condition) and her passport? Does she needs to bring any other documents?

Thanks

December Filer

K-1

12/12/07 - Sent I-129F packet out (express mail baby)

12/13/07 - VSC received packet I-129F (Now I'm waiting for my check to cash)

12/14/07 - VSC Check cashed

12/14/07 - NOA1

12/18/07 - Touched

02/17/08 - Touched OMG I got touched

04/02/08 - WOOT NOA2 ^^

04/03/08 - Touched

Can't recall everything that went on but...

About 07/11/08 - My wife first step on USA

...

We're at the process where we will have an interview for my wife 10 year visa. My wife already have her 2 years condition green card and her Social Security #.

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That's good to hear. I was worry about waiting for the re-entry permit to arrive and what not.

So my wife just needs to bring her GC (2 year condition) and her passport? Does she needs to bring any other documents?

Thanks

She will need her passport for the HK entry - however, only the greencard is required for US entry. So both will be with you anyway.

There are no other documents she should need. (what name is on her passport? does it match the greencard?)

My Advice is usually based on "Worst Case Scenario" and what is written in the rules/laws/instructions. That is the way I roll... -Protect your Status - file before your I-94 expires.

WARNING: Phrases in this post may sound meaner than they were intended to be. Read the Adjudicator's Field Manual from USCIS

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pinayprincess   0

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Hi Bobby+Umit,

I would like to ask if there will be a problem if the green card name doesn't match the passport. My passport is still in my maiden name and my GC is in my married name. Will I be able to travel if this is the case? Thanks for your help.

Amy

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UnIqUe   4

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Hi Bobby+Umit,

I would like to ask if there will be a problem if the green card name doesn't match the passport. My passport is still in my maiden name and my GC is in my married name. Will I be able to travel if this is the case? Thanks for your help.

Amy

You shouldn't have problem to enter your country as you don't need to show your GC but only your unexpired/valid passport.

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