Q: Entering the US with a Green Card after several years
Hello, I've lived in the US for about 10 years. I was a student, then started working with OPT, then got an H1B, then extended the H1B, and eventually got a green card in 2007. However, after this, I had to leave the US for some time, and due to some personal circumstances, haven't been to US since 2008. Now I am planning to visit the US in a few months (in 2016). What are my options and what should I expect at the border? (I will be traveling alone. I am married and my wife has a GC as well. We have two children, one of them is a US citizen. I have my 401K in US and also a brokerage account)
A:
You have most likely abandoned your green card, you might get a temp green card at the border or you might be asked to apply again. But it is always better to consult with an immigration attorney in private so they can verify for you before you start your trip. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations. All the best.
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