Green Card renewal
Discussion
NMNeil said:
The Moose said:
That’s rather astonishing…we’re planning on citizenship when we get to 5 years for similar reasons.
h0b0 said:
Maybe not, but it has been a pain in the backside for Boris Johnson who ended up renouncing his citizenship in 2016 after paying between $50k and $100k in additional tax charges on the sale of a house.
Well, unless you’re in the “unfortunate” position of having made over $500k in gains on your primary residence, you’ve nothing to worry about. Also its not well publicized, but as a non-citizen you can get hammered on estate/inheritance tax, inclusive of if it’s due to your spouse passing. A particularly bitter pill to swallow if you’re not aware of it. Being a permanent resident doesn’t shield you from this, which is actually an area where the IRS does treat permanent residents very differently to citizens.
Edited by dvs_dave on Thursday 3rd February 17:45
Good news on the process - my Green Card isnt up for renewal until 2026, but have been considering citizenship. Anyone know what the total costs are at the moment? There are 4 of us and had previously heard it can get quite steep. Last time I checked it was around $700 for each applicant, but is there any additional costs like the passport etc?
off_again said:
Good news on the process - my Green Card isnt up for renewal until 2026, but have been considering citizenship. Anyone know what the total costs are at the moment? There are 4 of us and had previously heard it can get quite steep. Last time I checked it was around $700 for each applicant, but is there any additional costs like the passport etc?
Unless it's changed you don't need to apply for a passport at at he same time. In fact until you get your citizenship papers you are ineligible to apply.The fees at the moment.
https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document...
But there is something going through the courts about the fees, so this may be subject to change
https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees
I'm not sure if this still applies, but I got my citizenship in Nov 2012 (election day I think) and at the ceremony I am sure they took your Green Card off you there and then. So make sure you don't have plans to travel internationally soon afterwards and get your passport applied for.
geeman237 said:
I'm not sure if this still applies, but I got my citizenship in Nov 2012 (election day I think) and at the ceremony I am sure they took your Green Card off you there and then. So make sure you don't have plans to travel internationally soon afterwards and get your passport applied for.
Still true as of Nov 2021NNH said:
geeman237 said:
I'm not sure if this still applies, but I got my citizenship in Nov 2012 (election day I think) and at the ceremony I am sure they took your Green Card off you there and then. So make sure you don't have plans to travel internationally soon afterwards and get your passport applied for.
Still true as of Nov 2021It was a 3 week turnaround to get my US passport. I paid for the expedited service, otherwise it’s a 12 week wait.
BertieWooster said:
Thanks for that - I downloaded the civics test app so will get studying. I might as well get the process started as I'm guessing it won't get any cheaper. I'm surprised it only took you 12 weeks - I know it takes some people ages.
5 months for me. It's utterly straightforward. Email if you need anything - but you won't 50 people in a nat. ceremony at a time in Denver, don't expect a same day ceremony
I did this about 3 years ago. They advise not to leave the country while the paperwork is being processed. From my time of application it took about 18 months. I had thought and heard it took only a few months, but the length has increased dramatically and likely to be even worse with COVID.
Olivero said:
I am thinking it might be time to go for citizenship.
Quick questions, is it possible to travel out, and back to the US on my UK passport while paperwork is going through?
What is the current turnaround time for a Green Card holder to receiving papers and US Passport?
It is possible - see my comment above - but you will require a Travel Parole authorization from USCIS, because you are relieved of your green card at the naturalization ceremony. Without that parole authorization, you will have nothing to present CBP on your return - because VWP won't apply to you anymore, either.Quick questions, is it possible to travel out, and back to the US on my UK passport while paperwork is going through?
What is the current turnaround time for a Green Card holder to receiving papers and US Passport?
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