A single sentence has set the Chinese-language media circle ablaze.
“The U.S. Vice President, Vance, said that green card holders do not have the right to stay in the United States indefinitely.” From last night until now, these few words have caused a stir in the Chinese-language media circle. From official media to self-media, all are frantically hyping up this topic. Among them, some people haven’t watched the video, some are ignorant of the relevant laws, and some are simply trying to ride the wave of popularity and attract attention.
Today, we will talk about in which situations a green card can be revoked.
1. Prolonged absence from the United States, failing to meet the residency time requirements.
For example, if a person fails to return to the United States for more than one year without special permission, the U.S. government may determine that they have abandoned their permanent resident status. If the continuous absence from the country is more than 180 days but less than one year, the customs may question whether the person still has the “intent to reside in the United States” upon entry. If it is determined that the green card status has been abandoned, the person may be refused entry or required to prove that they still have the intention to live in the United States. If a green card holder can anticipate in advance that they need to be away from the United States for a long time, they can apply for a reentry permit within the United States to achieve the effect of being away for a long time without affecting their status.
2.Criminal acts
If a green card holder is involved in certain crimes, their status may be revoked and they may be deported. Such as aggravated felonies, crimes of moral turpitude (CMT), drug-related crimes, and other illegal acts. It should be noted that not all illegal and criminal acts will lead to the revocation of a green card. It specifically depends on the severity of the act and the consequences caused.
3.Violation of immigration regulations
Providing false information during the green card application process. If the immigration authorities discover the fraud, they may still revoke the green card and deport the person even years later.
4.Naturalization as a citizen of another country (giving up the green card)
If a green card holder voluntarily naturalizes as a citizen of another country and clearly indicates that they are giving up the green card, the U.S. government may consider that they have abandoned their permanent resident status. However, if they only obtain the citizenship of another country but still continue to use the green card to live in the United States, it usually will not affect their status.
5.Failure to comply with tax obligations
Green card holders are required to report their global income. If they fail to file taxes for a long time, they may be determined to have abandoned their permanent resident status. If they choose to file taxes under the non-resident tax status, the immigration authorities may consider that they no longer have the intention to reside in the United States.
6.Being determined as a national security threat
Any involvement in terrorist activities, espionage activities, associations with anti-American organizations, etc., may lead to the deprivation of the green card and immediate deportation. It is worth noting that although a green card is not an irrevocable status, it is not easy to revoke a green card. In many cases, a final ruling needs to be made by an immigration court. However, we still hope to remind all friends who are applying for a green card and those who have already obtained a green card to pay attention to the authenticity of the application materials during the application process, and to strictly abide by various laws and regulations of the United States while holding the green card, so as to safeguard their status and legitimate rights and interests to the greatest extent. About Us
