Is it possible to get back into the U.S. once you’ve left?
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Is it possible to get back into the U.S. once you’ve left?
I lived in the U.S. 7 years ago and was married to a U.S. citizen. I went through immigration acquired a temp green card, SSN and driver’s license. However, I had an accident breaking my wrist. The cost was horrendous to fix so came back to the UK for treatment the next year. As soon as I got back I was served divorce papers by my wife at my mother’s address. My ex-wife turned out to be an alcoholic who put herself in rehab. so I ended up staying back in the UK. I would like to go back to drive a truck as there is a big shortage of drivers and wondered my easiest route if one to go back? My brother still lives in the U.S. and is a citizen. Is there a way back?
Asked on November 15, 2016 under Immigration Law, Alaska
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately, if you only had a temporary green card and it never became permanent because you did not remove the conditional status, your status just lapsed at the end of that conditional 2 year period. Since you are no longer married to a US citizen, there is no quick way to get back to the US. Your brother can petition for you but that process will take about 10-12 years. Unless you can do it through work or business, there is really no quick solution to your situation.
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