Urgent Need help - do we have fast process in I-131?

[ongolian]

Hi,

We have loss of family member in India and want to go to India as soon as possible. My old Parole was expired two months back and I delayed applying new one hopoing that in another 2 or 3 months we get our GC approved. Is there any fast process for Advance Parole process. Please help.

Thanks in advance.

[GC_No1]

To get Advance parole sooner

1. You have to file the document in person at your local INS Office or Service Center.

2 In emergency situations, where you can provide a doctor's note or other very official proof that you need the advance parole immediately, you may get it the same day. Smaller offices can do this in non-emergencies sometimes.

3 File the form Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document).

4 Provide a good reason for why you must travel outside the country.

5 If you intend to travel more than once, don't forget to ask for a multiple-entry document.

6 Wait until you receive the document. If you travel outside the U.S. before you get the permit, you basically abandon your application with the USCIS and may not be permitted re-entry.

7 After you have received Advance Parole, put the document in your passport. You must still carry your valid passport as well.

8 Have a good trip and remember that you are responsible for being present in the USA for your Adjustment of Status interview! Be careful with timing.

Tips:
Although the forms make it sound like you need a life/death situation or million dollar business deal in order to get permission to leave, this is rarely the case. Provide a solid reason, such as visiting immediate family, attending weddings, etc. and you should be fine.
Make two copies of your passport and Advance Parole. Keep one copy in the country you will visit, and the other in the US, in case you lose the originals.
Normally file for a new Advance Parole three to four months before your current one expires, to be on the safe side.


Also call the number on the uscis.gov site for more information about your case.

[ongolian]

Thank you so much GC_No1. It helps a lot.