1. What is the Days Outside US Calculator?

The Days Outside US Calculator helps determine the total number of days spent outside the United States, which is important for naturalization eligibility and maintaining permanent resident status.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple summation:

Where:

• Each trip's days are added together
• Partial days count as full days
• Departure and return dates are both counted as US days

3. Importance of Days Calculation

Details: For naturalization, you must meet physical presence requirements (typically 913 days out of last 5 years) and continuous residence requirements (no single trip exceeding 6 months to 1 year).

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of days for each trip outside the US. The calculator will sum all days. For exact calculations, use exact dates rather than estimated days.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How are days calculated for naturalization?
A: USCIS counts full calendar days outside the US, excluding the day of departure from the US and the day of return to the US.

Q2: Do short trips count?
A: Yes, all trips outside the US count toward your total days absent, regardless of duration.

Q3: What if I traveled to US territories?
A: Travel to Puerto Rico, Guam, US Virgin Islands, etc. does NOT count as time outside the US.

Q4: How accurate does this need to be?
A: For naturalization, you must report all trips with exact dates. Estimates may lead to application denial.

Q5: Where can I get exact travel records?
A: Request your I-94 travel history from CBP or check passport stamps for entry/exit dates.