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If you’re a green card holder in Fort Worth and you need to spend significant time abroad, a re-entry permit can help protect your ability to return to the United States without avoidable issues at the border. Long trips can raise questions about whether you meant to keep U.S. permanent residence, even when your reasons are valid.
A re-entry permit lawyer helps you plan the timing, file the correct USCIS forms, and prepare supporting documents that match your travel plans. You may also need to complete biometrics before leaving, and missing that step can delay or disrupt the process.
Andrew T. Thomas, Attorneys at Law, helps Fort Worth residents prepare re-entry permit applications with care and clarity. If you’re planning extended travel, it’s worth speaking with a lawyer early to understand your options and move forward with fewer surprises.
A re-entry permit lets a green card holder travel outside the United States for an extended time while helping show they did not abandon permanent residency.
Most applicants must:
Be a lawful permanent resident
Be in the United States when filing
Complete biometrics before leaving
Long trips abroad can raise questions at re-entry. Without a permit, you may face:
Extra screening and delays at the border
Claims that you abandoned your green card
Trouble returning to the U.S., or loss of status in severe cases
Because timing and proof matter, a re-entry permit lawyer in Fort Worth can help you file cleanly, avoid mistakes, and protect your return.
If you’re a green card holder planning extended travel, the goal is to file the proper request, attend biometrics on time, and return to the U.S. with fewer questions about your residency.
We go over your travel dates, past time abroad, and long-term plans. This helps confirm whether a re-entry permit is appropriate for your situation and when to file for one.
We walk you through what the permit covers, how long it can cover, and what it does not. You’ll know what to expect before you travel.
We carefully complete the application and ensure your information is consistent throughout the filing. We also help organize supporting documents that match your travel plans.
USCIS typically requires a biometrics appointment in the U.S. We help you plan around that appointment so you don’t miss it and risk delays.
If USCIS sends a notice or asks for more information, we help you respond clearly and on time. This keeps the case moving and reduces avoidable setbacks.
We explain what the permit means at the airport and what can still raise questions at re-entry. That way, you travel with a clearer plan and fewer surprises.
Our team works with clients from many backgrounds and offers Spanish-speaking support, so instructions and next steps stay easy to follow.
Our Fort Worth attorneys carefully prepare reentry permit filings so our clients can continue to travel while protecting their legal residency.
Re-entry permits have strict timing rules, specific forms, and steps you must complete in the U.S. before you travel. Working with the right team can help you file cleanly, stay organized, and avoid preventable problems.
Immigration-Focused Guidance: Re-entry permits are part of immigration law, and the work here stays centered on immigration matters. That focus helps keep filings consistent with USCIS requirements and reduces avoidable errors.
Attorney-Led Support From Start to Finish: A skilled immigration lawyer will review your travel plans, prepare your application, and ensure that your packet is complete before you file. You can rely on Andrew T. Thomas, Nathan Lewis, or Blake Allen for all aspects of your immigration case.
Clear, Plain-Language Communication: You should not have to guess what a notice means or what comes next. We give you clear explanations, realistic timelines, and straightforward answers so you can make informed choices.
Organized Filing and Deadline Tracking: Re-entry permits can stall when forms are incomplete or when documents don’t match. The goal is to keep your case tidy and on schedule by double-checking details, tracking USCIS notices, and planning around biometrics.
Support That Respects Your Background: Immigration issues are personal. You can expect respectful communication, cultural awareness, and Spanish-speaking support when needed, so you feel understood at each step.
A Strong Reputation for Immigration Work: The team has been featured as Leaders in Law in Big D Magazine. That recognition reflects consistent work and a long-standing presence in immigration matters across Texas.
Most re-entry permit cases follow a predictable flow. Here’s what the process typically looks like when we’re working with you:
Re-entry permits often connect to other parts of your immigration plan, especially if you travel often, stay abroad for long periods, or have family cases in progress. Depending on your needs, we may also help with:
Green Cards: Help with keeping your green card status, planning long trips, and avoiding abandonment concerns after time outside the U.S.
Family Immigration: Support with family-based petitions that may overlap with travel or affect your long-term plans.
Citizenship and Naturalization: Guidance for green card holders who want to apply for U.S. citizenship and need to understand how travel may affect eligibility.
Immigration Waivers: Help when past immigration issues may raise problems when you return to the U.S. or apply for benefits.
CBP and Re-Entry Issues: Support if you are questioned at the airport or border about your travel history, your green card status, or your documents.
We explain what the permit means at the airport and what can still raise questions at re-entry. That way, you travel with a clearer plan and fewer surprises.
Our team works with clients from many backgrounds and offers Spanish-speaking support, so instructions and next steps stay easy to follow.
Our Fort Worth attorneys carefully prepare reentry permit filings so our clients can continue to travel while protecting their legal residency.
Extended travel can create real stress for green card holders, especially when you’re trying to avoid questions about whether you still live in the United States. A re-entry permit can help protect your permanent resident status, but the process has strict timing and filing rules, including biometrics requirements that must be handled correctly.
Andrew T. Thomas, Attorneys at Law, works with Fort Worth clients on re-entry permit filings and related travel and green card concerns. If you want clearer answers and a plan you can follow, the next step is to reach out for a free consultation.
A re-entry permit is a document that lets you leave the United States and come back without losing your green card status. If you have a green card and need to travel abroad, this permit protects your right to return to the United States.
Not always. A re-entry permit is needed if you plan to be outside the United States for more than one year. If you’ll be gone for less than one year, you may not need one.
The process typically takes between 4 and 6 months. You should apply before you travel to avoid delays or problems when you return.
No. You must be in the United States to apply for a re-entry permit. Apply before your trip if you know you’ll need one.
You may lose your green card status and face trouble returning home. An immigration lawyer can review your options and help you find the best path forward.
