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What Is Advance Parole?
Advance Parole is a travel authorization that allows certain individuals in the United States to travel abroad temporarily and return without abandoning their pending immigration application.
This benefit is commonly used by individuals who have a pending adjustment of status or certain humanitarian applications.
The process involves preparing and submitting Form I-131 along with supporting documentation to USCIS.
Who May Apply?
Common situations include:
• Individuals with a pending adjustment of status application
• Individuals with pending humanitarian applications
• Individuals who need to travel abroad temporarily and return to the United States
Each case is unique and eligibility may depend on several factors, including the applicant’s current immigration status and pending applications.
If you are unsure whether this process applies to your situation, you may wish to review your case with a licensed immigration attorney.
Forms Commonly Included in This Process
Depending on the case, the process may include preparing:
• Form I-131 – Application for Travel Document
Additional supporting documents may be required depending on the case.
How We Help
Our office assists with:
• Preparing Form I-131 based on the information you provide
• Reviewing your information for completeness and consistency
• Organizing supporting documentation
• Preparing your application packet for submission to USCIS
Our office assists with the preparation and organization of immigration forms and documents based on the information provided by the client.
Ready to Start Your Process?
This service requires an initial consultation before beginning the preparation process.
During the consultation we will:
• Review your situation
• Provide general information about the process
• Explain how our office may assist you with preparing your request
To schedule your consultation, please visit our Book a Consultation page.
The consultation fee is $5 for a 30-minute session.
Please note that our office is not a law firm, and the consultation is for informational purposes only and does not include legal advice.
USCIS Process
If approved, USCIS will issue a travel document allowing temporary travel.
Travel does not guarantee re-entry, and decisions at the port of entry are made by immigration authorities.
Processing times vary depending on the type of application and USCIS office.
Important Notice
CNIS Immigration Services is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation.
Our services are limited to immigration document preparation and administrative assistance based on the information provided by the client.
If you require legal advice, we recommend consulting with a licensed immigration attorney.
