Q: Can I fly within the U.S. with my green card?

Yes. Your green card is a valid form of ID for domestic flights, along with a state-issued ID or driver’s license.

Q: Can I leave the country and come back?

Yes, as long as you don’t stay away too long. Trips under 6 months are safest. Bring your green card and passport.

Q: Will the travel ban affect me?

No. Green card holders are exempt from the 2026 travel ban, regardless of nationality.

Q: Can I lose my green card by traveling?

Yes, if you stay outside the U.S. for more than 12 months without a re-entry permit, USCIS may consider your green card abandoned.

Q: Does traveling affect my citizenship application?

It can. You need continuous residence in the U.S. for 5 years (3 if married to a citizen). Trips over 6 months break continuous residence.

Q: Do I need a visa to visit other countries?

Your green card doesn’t replace visas. You travel on your passport, and visa requirements depend on your nationality, not your green card.