What is this service?
Form I‑131 is used to apply for different documents related to international travel, including reentry permits, refugee travel documents, and advance parole.
Each document has its own requirements. Approval of an application does not automatically guarantee admission or entry to the United States.
Which document do you need?
For eligible permanent or conditional residents who need to travel abroad and expect a long absence.
It generally must be requested while the person is physically in the United States.
For people with refugee or asylee status and certain permanent residents who obtained their Green Card through those categories.
For certain eligible people, including some with a pending adjustment of status and DACA recipients who meet the requirements.
It does not guarantee entry when you return.
For certain Temporary Protected Status beneficiaries who need authorization to travel abroad and return.
Can I travel if my Green Card application is pending?
If you have a pending Form I‑485, leaving the United States without the proper travel authorization may cause USCIS to consider your Green Card application abandoned.
There are limited exceptions for certain immigration categories.
Important: Having a work permit does not mean you are authorized to travel.
Can I travel with DACA?
DACA recipients do not have automatic authorization to travel internationally.
Certain recipients can apply for advance parole for authorized purposes, such as humanitarian, educational, or employment reasons.
It is not granted simply for tourism.
Leaving without the proper authorization can affect your immigration situation.
I'm a resident and will be away for a long time. What do I need?
Permanent residents who plan long absences may need a reentry permit.
A reentry permit is generally valid for up to two years, although there are exceptions.
Important: A reentry permit does not guarantee that you keep your permanent residence and does not remove every risk of a long absence.
What if I have asylum or refugee status?
People with asylum or refugee status may need a refugee travel document before leaving the United States.
Traveling to the country you sought protection from can raise questions about your eligibility and immigration status.
The documents you need depend on your category and situation.
What does our service include?
- Preparation of Form I‑131 for the document you need.
- Review and organization of the required documents.
- Certified translations, when applicable.
- Preparation of your application package and filing instructions for USCIS.
- Document assistance with RFEs, as set out in your contract.
Main documents
- Passport or photo ID.
- Evidence of your immigration status or pending application.
- Green Card, asylum approval, TPS, DACA, or I‑485 receipt, as applicable.
- Documents showing the purpose of the trip, when required.
- Passport-style photos, according to the category and the applicable instructions.
- Additional documents related to the type of permit requested.
The documents depend on the specific I‑131 category. After you hire us, we will email you the questionnaire and the complete list. Please do not send documents through the form on this page.
Do you need to travel for an emergency?
In certain urgent circumstances, USCIS allows you to request expedited processing or an appointment for an emergency travel document.
Availability depends on the situation and the evidence provided.
Costs
Our fees
Government filing fees
They vary depending on the document requested, your immigration category, and current USCIS rules.
We confirm the fee for your case before preparing the application. Government fees are paid separately and are not included in our fees.
How to get started
- Fill out the request form.
- Receive the service information, the contract, and the questionnaire by email.
- Review and sign the contract before making any payment. Then send the required documents so we can begin preparing your forms.
Ge Chanfon Services LLC provides document preparation and administrative assistance services. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. Approval of any application is decided by the appropriate government agency.