Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) have the right to live and work permanently in the United States. But permanent does not mean unconditional. While green card holders enjoy greater protections than nonimmigrants, international travel—especially extended or repeated absences—can trigger serious questions about whether you’ve maintained ties to the U.S. and still qualify as a “returning resident.”
With reports of LPRs being questioned at the border, having green cards confiscated, or being asked to sign away their status, it’s critical to understand your rights, the government’s authority, and how to protect yourself before traveling abroad.
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