Applying for re rentry permit(I-131) second time

[sva]

I currently have a valid 2 yr Re-entry permit expiring Dec 2010. I'm an LPR since April 2005 and have been working in the UK since 2008. I've made several trips into the US on the valid permit since then.

I'm planning to return to the US in a month's time to re apply for the I-131 for another 2 years as my work commitments will take me another 2 years. I plan to complete the biometrics and return.

The following are my questions:

a) What is the form I have to file.

b) The I-131 instruction set says that the re-entry permit cannot be extended. I'm assuming that I will need to file a fresh one.

c) The I-131 also says I cannot file if an existing document is still valid, unless it has been returned to the USCIS or lost. Does that mean I cannot apply for this in Novemember or I should enclose/surrender my valid I-131 in the application process when I mail them the supporting docs and appln form.

d) Would I need any additional specific documentation since I'm applying for a second time?

Any experience /information would greatly be appreciated
Thanks in advance

[taifuji0770]

Reentry permit (I-131 application) for the 2nd time

Hi,

I hope you have succesfully completed your application for the 2nd reentry permit.
I am curious how did you end up applying for the 2nd reentry permit.
I am in the similar situation, where reentry permit expires in August.

I am curious to find out
1. whether I can use foreign address in the application to receive the receipt notice and biometrics schedule notice
2. whether I can file I-131 on behalf of my family, who are not planning to trip to the US until the biometrics

I appreciate if you could have advice.

Thank you!

T

[cafeconleche]

1. No. Only a US address. You can ask that they send the approved permit to a foreign consulate or embassy.
2. No. Each person applying for a permit MUST be in the US when they send the application, and when CIS receives it. They must also be in the country for the biometrics appointment. They can leave between applying and the biometrics appointment if they must and can afford to.