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Does Reentry Permit Affect Naturalization?

James H. Sterling • • 7 min read
Does Reentry Permit Affect Naturalization?

Effect on Naturalization
Extensive travel outside the United States, with or without a reentry permit, can affect a permanent resident's eligibility for naturalization. There are tremendous benefits to U.S. citizenship. In particular, you'll never need a reentry permit or green card again!

Can reentry permit affect citizenship?

Reentry Permits and Applying For Citizenship

Many people mistakenly believe that a reentry permit not only preserves their green card, but also that any time outside the US with the reentry permit does not count towards their citizenship application. Unfortunately, this is not true.

What can disqualify you from naturalization?

You have been convicted of or admitted to a crime involving moral turpitude, such as fraud. You spent 180 days or more in jail or prison for any crime. You committed any crime related to illegal drugs other than a single offense involving 30 grams or less of marijuana.

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James H. Sterling

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.