Problems at Port of Entry after staying outside the US for less than 1 year

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capdail

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We hear often that spending any length of time outside the US could pose a big problem when returning to the States with a Green Card, whether it's less than 1 year or sometimes even when it's less than 6 months.
I am just curious whether in practice some people have really had serious problems (such as being deported) upon returning to the US after staying outside the US for less than 1 year with a green card (due to temporary and necessary absence from the US, such as finishing a college degree or brief overseas job assignment). If you've heard of any examples, please share.
 
Thanks sunshineman,

Actually, I'm quite familiar with the rules and principles that govern permanent residents and their stays abroad. However, I am just trying to see if people have actually encountered major problems in their lives as a result of how these rules and principles are applied to their specific case upon entry into the US. (Implementation may be different than what's stated in official regulations)
 
You just answered exactly what you are asking for!

Implementation may be different than what's stated in official regulations

Each person has his/her experience and you should never cite someone's example as a reason for your (mis)assumptions.

One of my distant relatives - a couple - have GC and they are travelling
every six months to the US for the last five years or so without any problems.

My guess would be that the Officer at the POE would give a strong warning when re-entering the US. Which is what I have heard from the couple that I mentioned above.

Good luck
howdy_howdy
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capdail said:
Thanks sunshineman,

Actually, I'm quite familiar with the rules and principles that govern permanent residents and their stays abroad. However, I am just trying to see if people have actually encountered major problems in their lives as a result of how these rules and principles are applied to their specific case upon entry into the US. (Implementation may be different than what's stated in official regulations)
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