Just sent out 751 and need to leave us for 1-3 years

[Hypnos 6,576]

I hadn't noticed you were a CPR. 

 

Unfortunately, a re-entry permit issued to a conditional permanent resident is valid only until the expiration date of your conditional green card (or for two years, whichever comes first), so you aren't going to be able to obtain a re-entry permit with any remaining validity until your I-751 is approved. 

Edited February 12, 2017 by Hypnos

[philipo 5]

On 2/12/2017 at 2:18 PM, Hypnos said:

I hadn't noticed you were a CPR. 

 

Unfortunately, a re-entry permit issued to a conditional permanent resident is valid only until the expiration date of your conditional green card (or for two years, whichever comes first), so you aren't going to be able to obtain a re-entry permit with any remaining validity until your I-751 is approved. 

 

So what should I do? and when u say approved do you mean receiving the NOA for my I-751?

[Hypnos 6,576]

No I mean the I-751 being approved. You cannot obtain a re-entry permit until then.

 

You would either need to abandon your green card or decline the offer.

[caliliving 606]

45 minutes ago, philipo said:

 

So what should I do? and when u say approved do you mean receiving the NOA for my I-751?

*look for a new job.  

 

or be prepared to file another LPR application in a few years.. and heaven forbid you and your wife get divorced or have marital problems:/ 

is your wife able to work where you are going?  its always best to gain US work experience because if you want to find a new job, that is the most important thing.  it is very very common in the USA to jump around from company to company.  you are trying to build your life in the USA, so why would you move somewhere else so quickly?  even as a USC i would not leave because work done abroad really doesnt help much in america.  companies want to see that you worked in the USA.  i think you should really think and speak to people with US job experience and find out if what you are doing is actually BEST for your career - do not make a rash decision. 

 

if you do move, i hope you are making a solid salary. 

 

[Steve&Anna 3]

Really difficult situation.  

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/family-preference.html

Returning Resident Immigrant Visas (SB) - A lawful permanent resident (LPR) who has remained outside the United States, for longer than twelve months, or beyond the validity period of a re-entry permit, will require a new immigrant visa to enter the United States and resume permanent residence. A provision exists under U.S. visa law for the issuance of a returning resident special immigrant visa to an LPR who remained outside the United States due to circumstances beyond his/her control. For more information about international travel as a LPR, and returning resident immigrant visas, visit our Returning Resident webpage.

 

Good luck!

[Steve&Anna 3]

1 hour ago, Steve&Anna said:

Really difficult situation.  

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/family-preference.html

Returning Resident Immigrant Visas (SB) - A lawful permanent resident (LPR) who has remained outside the United States, for longer than twelve months, or beyond the validity period of a re-entry permit, will require a new immigrant visa to enter the United States and resume permanent residence. A provision exists under U.S. visa law for the issuance of a returning resident special immigrant visa to an LPR who remained outside the United States due to circumstances beyond his/her control. For more information about international travel as a LPR, and returning resident immigrant visas, visit our Returning Resident webpage.

 

Good luck!

 

 

I meant to add the following:  Seek the advice of an immigration attorney.  If they were good for anything... it's for situations like this, so you know your rights.  If you need to go back to your employer and explain your situation - so be it. They may keep you in the States.  If not, start looking for an employer. 

Edited February 17, 2017 by Steve&Anna

[philipo 5]

Although I TRULY appreciate the feedback and help, I did not post this topic to get opinions on wether I should take this job or not, its a US well known company that pays for everything and it will mean a big step in my career. I just did not want to lose my GC so I was asking dear Vj'ers some help and feedback. so far from what I am understanding I have to wait until my 751 is approved ( or extended GC for a year at least) and then go for the re entry permit?  or just get that 1 year extension and go overseas and just make sure I return within a year, clear proof that I am not abandoning my US GC is that its a US company and my contract is TEMPORARY. 

Thanks again!

[philipo 5]

10 hours ago, Steve&Anna said:

I meant to add the following:  Seek the advice of an immigration attorney.  If they were good for anything... it's for situations like this, so you know your rights.  If you need to go back to your employer and explain your situation - so be it. They may keep you in the States.  If not, start looking for an employer. 

thanks!