My wife is a green card holder, but she has been in India for more than two years due to a medical emergency. She did not apply for a reentry permit before she left the U.S. What is the procedure for bringing her back to the U.S.?
10 Feb 2014Answer:
Depending upon the specific situation, a green card holder who has been outside of the U.S. for more than one year without first applying for a reentry permit, may be able to obtain an SB-1 Returning Resident visa. It would be wise to consult with an attorney to discuss the specific situation to see if her situation qualifies for a returning resident visa. Keep in mind that the consulates in India (as well as certain other countries) are applying this category very narrowly. (10.Feb.2014)
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