i want to know and learn more informations regarding of my overstaying in the Philippines for 2 years now, i'm an immigrant to U.S. and went to Philippines for a vacation, but because of some personal reasons and problems i wasn't able to go back to america. i want to know if i can go back again to U.S. what are the things i should do? and where can i get help about my problem. thank you.
2006-09-25 23:12:49 · 3 answers · asked by missunknown 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
Go to the American consulate or embassy in your area. Only they will be able to give you a definative answer.
Usually, an overstay outside of the country can be resolved if it is less than one year. Since you stayed out for 2 years, you will probably have to reapply for your residency permit/greencard. You may be able to get a readmittance or extension if your last permit is still valid. If you were in the US as a student and you still need to finish your studies, then you can probably get another student visa issued. If you have a job in the US, then your chances are better. Good luck!
2006-09-25 23:24:17 · answer #1 · answered by AKA 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have probably lost your residency, unless you can convince a consular officer that the reason you didn't return to the US was beyond your control. You can't stay out for longer than one year; you can lose your residency for staying away a shorter time, too, unless the officer at the US port of entry can be sure that you haven't abandoned your residency.
2006-09-26 09:26:45 · answer #2 · answered by dognhorsemom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would do a search, and join the yahoo mail group MAG-ANAK, they have quite a few experts there on philippine immigration, although I fear the answer to your question may not be what you want to hear, you can be assured of the informaiton you receive from them.
WEBSITE: http://www.mag-anak.org
2006-09-26 06:39:05 · answer #3 · answered by JD M 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋