There are so many types of temporary admission/parole into the United States.
Advance Parole is a type of travel document (a reentry permit) that permits certain foreign nationals to re-enter the United States after traveling abroad without an
immigrant visa or
non-immigrant visa. Such foreign nationals must be approved for Advance Parole before leaving the U.S. Otherwise, the alien may not get permission to re-enter the country.
There are two main benefits of an Advance Parole:
- It helps an alien to return back to the U.S. after traveling abroad without a visa to the United States.
- It preserves the status of your Adjustment of Status application or certain protected status pending at the USCIS.
An advance parole document is valid for one year from the date of issue. One must apply for Advance Parole before leaving the U.S. In order to qualify for advance parole, the applicant must file the Form I-131, Application for a Travel Document. In addition to the form, the applicant must submit supporting documentation, photos and applicable fees with the USCIS.
In general, an interview is not required for the Advance Parole application. Once you are qualified for the advance parole, the USCIS Service Centers and/local offices will mail your parole document directly either to the applicants or to their attorneys.
