Form I-131: Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records
Applies for a reentry permit, refugee travel document or advance parole. It lets certain immigrants travel abroad and return without abandoning their status or pending application.
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Instructions for filling out Form I-131: Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records
This template is used for official filing and documentation. Below are detailed instructions for completing, requirement details, and submission rules.
Who needs to fill out this document?
This form is designed for use by legal entities, individuals, or authorized representatives in the following cases:
- Green card holders planning to stay abroad for a year or more.
- Adjustment applicants who need to travel while their I-485 is pending.
- Refugees and asylees needing a travel document.
What you will need before starting
Before filling out the interactive form, prepare the following details and documents:
Step-by-step filling process
- Choose the application type: Part 1 determines which sections you complete.
- Provide biographic details: Name, birth information and immigration status.
- Describe the trip: Purpose, dates and countries for parole or travel documents.
- File before you travel: Reentry permit applicants must be in the U.S. when filing and attend biometrics.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long is a reentry permit valid?
Generally up to two years from issuance.
Can I leave the U.S. before it is approved?
Reentry permit applicants can leave after biometrics. Advance parole applicants should usually wait for approval.
Does the form edition matter?
Yes. USCIS rejects outdated editions. Check the edition date printed at the bottom of each page and compare it with the edition listed on the form's page at uscis.gov before filing.
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