Under what circumstances do people lose their “green card”?
People can lose their “green card” for failure to maintain lawful permanent residence in the U.S., for example, by living outside the U.S. for prolonged periods without establishing an intent to reside permanently in the U.S. or failing to file U.S. tax returns. Individuals planning to remain out of the country for more than six months are strongly urged to obtain a re-entry permit (valid for up to two years) before departing. Individuals can also lose their “green card” through deportation or removal proceedings for a variety of reasons, the most common of which is for criminal offenses.
