How long must I stay in the U.S. after the conditional green card?

There is no fixed number of days you need to remain in the United States after obtaining the conditional green card through the EB-5 program. What the law requires is that the U.S. be your primary residence and that you maintain a genuine intent to live permanently in the country.

In practice, this means that long or frequent absences can raise questions about whether you are maintaining your residency. Extended trips may be interpreted as abandonment of residence, which puts your status at risk when re-entering the country or when removing the conditions on the green card.

• Treat the U.S. as your main home (address, ties, and actual presence).
• For planned long trips, consider applying for a Reentry Permit before you leave.
• Keep evidence of your ties to the country, such as housing, employment, or school enrollment.

Since each situation is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and the rules and procedures change over time, it is worth checking the updated rules at USCIS and speaking with a specialist before planning extended absences.

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