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The time a foreigner can be absent from the country without losing their residence…
The time a foreigner can be absent from the country without losing their residence permit varies according to each country's immigration laws. In Brazil, permanent residents cannot be absent for a period longer than 2 years. In the United States, a permanent resident can lose…
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Overview
The time a foreigner can be absent from the country without losing their residence permit varies according to each country's immigration laws. In Brazil, permanent residents cannot be absent for a period longer than 2 years. In the United States, a permanent resident can lose their green card if they are out of the country for more than one consecutive year unless they obtain a re-entry permit or return visa. In Portugal, holders of permanent residence can be absent from the country for up to two consecutive years without losing their resident status. It is important that residents consult each country's specific immigration laws and, if necessary, apply for re-entry permits or extend their residence permits before planning extended absences.
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Last updated: 2024-03-13
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