N400 Pending & Can I travel outside country on I-551 Stamp

[venteja]

Hi All,

My N-400 is Pending since 03/13/2017 with status : "Case Is in Line for An Interview" and My Green Card expired as of 08/15/2017.

I got I 551 Stamped with GC extension of 1 Year in Local IO.

Is it safe to travel outside of the country using I 551 Stamp while N 400 Pending?.

Any help greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

[Alexander-2017]

You can travel as a GC holder so your trip should be temporary. Also, take your expired Green Card with you. Expired Green Card doesn't mean your status has expired as Lawful Permanent Resident. Finally, don't miss any letter from the USCIS regarding your interview (you can make someone check your mail while you're abroad if your trip is not too short), assuming you haven't filed for your citizenship online.