Certain non-U.S. citizens may use Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, to apply for a Reentry Permit, Refugee Travel Document or Advance Parole. Continue reading →
Advance Parole, Reentry Permits and Travel Documents (Form I-131)
What is an Advance Parole Document?
An Advance Parole Document is a form of temporary travel authorization used to reenter the United States after traveling abroad. Certain non-U.S. citizens use advance parole in lieu of a visa when reentering the United States. Continue reading →
What is a Reentry Permit?
A Reentry Permit is used by lawful permanent residents or conditional permanent residents who plan to travel outside the United States for more than one year, but less than two years. Continue reading →
What is a Refugee Travel Document?
A Refugee Travel Document is a travel document (very similar to a passport) issued to a refugee or asylee that allows him or her to travel abroad and return to the United States. Continue reading →
How does an adjustment of status applicant get the Form I-131 fee waived?
Adjustment of status applicants generally do not need to pay the Form I-131 filing fee for an Advance Parole Document or Refugee Travel Document. The Form I-131 fee is waived for adjustment of status applicants. Continue reading →
Where can I find my Alien Registration Number?
Also known as an A-Number, your Alien Registration Number is an 8 or 9 digit number that can be found on a variety of documents from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the former INS. Continue reading →
How do I request expedited processing of a travel document?
Generally, it takes about three months for USCIS to process your Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. However, you may be able to get expedited processing of a travel document in certain situations. Continue reading →
How do I make a request for an emergency Advance Parole Document?
If you are experiencing an extremely urgent situation, you may be able to request an emergency Advance Parole Document under certain conditions. Continue reading →
I’m a refugee/asylee. Can I travel back to my home country?
It’s possible to travel back to your home country, but it’s highly discouraged by most immigration attorneys (assuming this is the same country where you experienced past persecution or claim a fear of future persecution). Continue reading →
How long is a Reentry Permit valid?
Generally, a Reentry Permit issued to a permanent resident is valid for two years from the date of issuance. However, Reentry Permit validity can vary for certain permanent residents with extensive time outside the country and conditional residents. Continue reading →
I have a green card. Do I need a Reentry Permit?
A lawful permanent resident (green card holder) generally may travel outside the United States and return with just a green card. However, there are some reasons a green card holder might also require a Reentry Permit. Continue reading →
Can I travel immediately after I apply for a Reentry Permit?
As a permanent resident of the United States you may travel abroad for periods of less than one year and reenter the U.S. with just a valid, unexpired green card. However, if you need to apply for a Reentry Permit, there are some things you should know about travel after filing the Reentry Permit application. Continue reading →
What is “disposition” on Form I-131?
If you have ever been issued a Reentry Permit or Refugee Travel Document, you will need to explain what happened to it before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will issue a new one. Continue reading →
