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I-131

Travel Document

Application for Travel Document

Filing Fee

$0 with I-485; $630 (paper)

Processing Time

3–8 months

Overview

Apply for Advance Parole to travel outside the U.S. while your I-485 is pending, or for a Re-entry Permit for permanent residents.

Required Documents
  • Passport photos
  • Copy of pending I-485 receipt
  • Travel itinerary (if available)
Common Issues
  • Traveling before AP is approved may abandon I-485
  • Document expired while abroad
  • Denial due to no pending application

Tips

Do NOT travel without approved AP if you have a pending I-485 (unless you hold H-1B/L-1 status).

Related Forms
I-485I-765

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