Green card holder working oversees?

Question

Im a green card holder living in the US for 15 years. My job is sending me oversees for 2 years, During the 2 years can I travel back to the US every 4 months without affecting my residency.

Thanks

Answer 1

It is better for you to apply for Advanced Parole.

For non-citizens, you need permission to return to the United States after traveling abroad. This permission is granted through a travel document. Travel documents are also given to people who want to travel, but cannot get a passport from their country of nationality. You must file USCIS Form I-131, Application for a Travel Document, complete with supporting documentation, photos and applicable fees. (http://www.greencardapply.com/i485/i485_...

Answer 2

No, that isn't going to help anything.  BEFORE you leave (at least 3 months before you leave) file FORM I-131.  This will permit you to be gone for up to 2 years... and not one day longer.

You are REQUIRED to file a 1040 with the IRS every year by April 15th, just like the rest of us.  Your world-wide income will be taxed although there are certain deductions and exclusions.

You can find the form here....

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/m...