Green Card Travel to Europe Planning a European vacation and wondering how your U.S. green card factors into entry requirements? Here’s the thing that trips up a lot of permanent residents: your green card doesn’t actually determine whether you need a visa to enter Europe. It’s your passport nationality that matters, not your U.S. residency … Read more
Green Card Travel Permit If you’re a green card holder planning an extended trip abroad — for work, to care for a family member, for school, or any other reason that might keep you outside the U.S. for a while — you’ve probably come across the term “green card travel permit” in your research. What … Read more
Temporary Green Card Travel Restrictions If you received your green card through marriage and it’s less than two years old, you’re likely holding what’s officially called a conditional permanent resident card, though most people just call it a “temporary green card.” It carries the same rights as a standard 10-year green card in almost every … Read more
Can a Laptop Travel in Checked Luggage? You’re standing at the check-in counter with an overstuffed carry-on, and your laptop is the heaviest, most awkward thing in it. The thought crosses your mind: what if you just tossed it in the suitcase you’re checking instead? It would be so much easier. But is it actually … Read more
Can Felons Travel to Jamaica? Jamaica draws millions of visitors every year with its beaches, music, and laid-back island culture, and it’s a common bucket-list destination for travelers all over the U.S. and beyond. If you have a felony conviction in your past, though, you’ve probably run into conflicting information online about whether you can … Read more