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Since 02 June 2010 I’m a green card holder and I live in Saudi Arabia. I will move to live permanently in the US within 11 months. I want to keep the status of my green card valid therefore: 1- I visit USA every 6 month 2- I want to file my taxes. How could I do it?
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Have you been visiting the US at least every 6 months? If it looks like you are just doing that to try to maintain your status you might actually lose it due to abandonment since in the 2 years if you will have only been in the US for a few weeks every 6 months, it is pretty clear that you are not residing in the US. If you want to have the freedom to live abroad for a few years, you should apply for a reentry permit while you are physically present in the US. That will permit you to stay outside the US for 2 years without having to visit the US every 6 months and without jeopardizing your green card status.
Answered on Nov 30th, 2011 at 3:53 PM
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Applying for a Reentry Permit is an option but you must do this while you are physically present in the U.S. and remain long enough to be fingerprinted. As a Permanent Resident you are obligated to pay taxes on your worldwide income. I suggest you contact an accountant or tax attorney experienced in international tax issues to handle your returns for you as they can advise you on any tax treaties as well so you aren't paying more taxes in both countries than necessary.
Answered on Nov 18th, 2011 at 9:23 AM