Applicants for naturalization must meet certain residence and physical presence requirements. Travel outside the U.S. may affect eligibility for citizenship and in some circumstances may lead to a finding of abandonment of LPR status. This workshop will cover issues related to the residence and physical residence requirements, including: maintaining lawful permanent residence status; when travel abroad may break the continuity of residence; exceptions for spouses of U.S. citizens, members of the armed services, and others; and when a conditional resident can file for naturalization. The session will also include a discussion of abandonment of residence and steps that can be taken to avoid an abandonment finding.