returning to china

[Gao Yuan]

a real simple question... when my so comes to america, what how long and/or what does she need to return to china for a visit? thx to all for this wonderful website!

[frank1538]

That all depends on the type of visa.

 

If K-1, she'll need advance parole which you can apply for after marriage and when you file to adjust her status to legal permanent resident. Figure anywhere from 1-3 months to get it. Take a look at this link for more information: http://uscis.gov/graphics/howdoi/travdoc.htm

 

If K-3, you do not need advance parole or other travel document since the K-3 is a multi-entry visa: http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/ty...s_1315.html#17c

 

If CR-1, you do not need any travel documents since it's an immgrant visa that gives legal permanent resident status upon initial entry into the US. Howewver, special rules may apply if the travel outside the US is for an extended period of time: http://uscis.gov/graphics/services/Emergen...dex.htm#Reentry

[wpc76180]

a real simple question... when my so comes to america, what how long and/or what does she need to return to china for a visit? thx to all for this wonderful website!

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If the Permanent Resident wishes to remain outside US and it's territories

for longer than 2 years, apply for a I-131 Re-Entry Permit before you leave.