“¿Puedo viajar a mi país si tengo un caso cerrado de asilo y soy residente permanente por medio de m
In this video segment, associate attorney Brianna Walling explains the legal risks for a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) who obtained residency through marriage but previously had a closed asylum case. She emphasizes that an asylum claim—whether denied, granted, or abandoned—constitutes a sworn statement that the applicant fears returning to their home country. Returning to that country after receiving a green card can raise credibility questions during a future naturalization interview, potentially jeopardizing citizenship eligibility. Walling advises waiting until after naturalization before traveling back to the country of origin. She also warns that any international trip longer than six months can disrupt the continuous‑residence requirement needed for naturalization, further affecting eligibility. The overall guidance is to avoid travel to the home country and limit long absences until citizenship is secured.
