US Citizenship - Out of the country for less than 2 years.

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abhi78705

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Hi,

Does anybody have any information on the following situation? I received my green card in June 1996, went back to india in July 1996 to complete my education. Came back on a re-entry permit within two years. The INS publication says that in this case I can apply after 4 yrs of continous residency. The eligibility worksheet does not provide any info on this situation. If anybody knows about this particular circumstance or has any experience with regards to this, please share...thanks much
 
INS publication is correct

your almost-2-year period out of the United States broke your time as a permanent resident that counts for the purposes of naturalization. If you are present in the United States for 4 continuous years you may, then, submit naturalization application to the INS. Otherwise, you may travel on your green card and file after 5 years have passed, if you meet the rest of the requirements.
 
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