Applying for AP after I485 application

[sam1356]

Hi,

I am on an L1-B visa and my visa will be expiring in August 2019. I filed my I-485 about 18 months ago and got my I-797 notice 12 months back, and I am now waiting for my interview. I am worried that my green card process will take long, and I would like to apply for Advance Parole + EAD renewal as I do not have any travel plans in the next 4-5 months. However, when I read the instructions on I-131, under:

"3. Advance Parole Document for Individuals Who Are Currently in the United States",


the only clause I fall under is

"You have a pending application to adjust status, Form I-485, and you seek to travel abroad temporarily for 'urgent humanitarian reasons' or in furtherance of a 'significant public benefit,' which may include a personal or family emergency or bona fide business reasons."


Does this mean I can't apply for Advance Parole unless I give a reason that is a personal or family emergency? Do I need to add a cover letter mentioning the reason?

Thanks for all the help

[newacct]

Does this mean I can't apply for Advance Parole unless I give a reason that is a personal or family emergency? Do I need to add a cover letter mentioning the reason?

Nope. You are not asked to provide any reason.