Eligibility for Naturalization with a Re-Entry Permit

[samuelebe]

Greetings, fellow community members,

I am seeking guidance regarding my brother's eligibility for naturalization (N400) based on his immigration history. In April 2005, he obtained his Green Card, which he then renewed in 2015. Since then, he has been traveling in and out of the United States on a re-entry permit, with each permit being approved for a 2-year duration. The majority of the time, he has been residing in the United States. I would greatly appreciate it if someone could help me determine when my brother will be eligible to file the application for naturalization.

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

[Attorney_16]

Since he has been an LPR for over 5 years, with regards to travel, he needs to see if he meets the physical presence (50% of time in the US in the last 5 years at time of applying) and continuous presence (no trips over 6 months or explanation if between 6 months and 1 year outside US within the last 5 years).  If he has ever been outside of the US for more than a year (even with a reentry permit), he would need to wait 4 years and 6 months to apply for citizenship.  It is best to discuss his details with travel with an immigration attorney.

[samuelebe]

Much appreciate your response. It looks like there is no other workaround... Thank you!