Cp Gurus Urgent Question

[kartoos]

Hi Guys,

I got my immigrant visa and did my POE on Jan13th sucessfully. I still didn't get my Physical card. Meanwhile my company wants me to go to Canada for buisness. My question is will I be ok to leave US and re-enter with my immigrant visa stamp. At POE the visa was stamped by immigration offier. It says that it is valid as GC for 1 year.

Thanks a lot for your response.

 

[GS28]

Should be ok...

Kartoos: I'm no "guru," however I recall seeing the following on murthy.com with respect to travel on the temporary 551 stamp.

"Work and Travel Authorized

The stamp mentioning temporary evidence of I-551 or permanent resident status is valid for a year. It is valid proof of permanent resident status for employment and travel purposes. There is no need to worry about traveling on such a simple looking stamp. The ink used is security ink. The Port of Entry (POE) officers can quickly determine if a stamp is genuine. Those with genuine stamps can travel in the same manner as individuals who have received the Form I-551 or the plastic green card. The temporary stamp, which is valid for one year, can be renewed if needed. (Recently, in late August 2003, we have heard that some airlines in Asia are requiring applicants with I-551 stamps to also obtain a travel document in order to board. This may be due to the airlines not fully comprehending documentary requirements under U.S. law)."

More at:

http://www.murthy.com/prnext_1.html

I suspect that there shouldn't be any problems across the US-Canada border. I'll let those who've done this before (i.e. those who have greencards!) comment further. Hope this helps!

 

[alren]

kartoos,

Don't worry you are good to go. Travely freely to the 51st and safely come back.