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Yes, if you have an approved I-131 (Application for Travel Document) and are waiting for your green card interview, you can travel. The I-131 typically grants you advance parole, which allows you to re-enter the US without jeopardizing your pending green card application.
If you are a permanent or conditional permanent resident who has been outside the U.S. for one year or longer, apply for a re-entry permit before you travel. Use Form I-131 - Application for Travel Document. For permanent residents, the re-entry permit is valid for two years from the date of issue.
Yes, if you have an approved I-131 (Application for Travel Document) and are waiting for your green card interview, you can travel. The I-131 typically grants you advance parole, which allows you to re-enter the US without jeopardizing your pending green card application.
Advance parole allows you to travel back to the United States without applying for a visa. A transportation company (airlines) can accept an advance parole document instead of a visa as proof that you are authorized to travel to the United States. An advance parole document does not replace your passport.
The second document is the EAD card will also allow you to work in the U.S. advance travel parole, enabling you to leave without a green card. Complete the Application for Travel Document (I-131 form) to start the advance travel parole application process. You can find the document on the USCIS website.
If You Need to Travel Generally, if you have a pending Form I-485 and you leave the United States without an advance parole document, you will have abandoned your application. For further information, see our Travel Documents page.
To apply for a re-entry permit, you must file Form I-131 (“Application for Travel Document”). This form collects details about your planned trip, your foreign travel since becoming a green card holder, and whether you've been properly filing U.S. tax returns.
To apply for a re-entry permit, you must file Form I-131 (“Application for Travel Document”). This form collects details about your planned trip, your foreign travel since becoming a green card holder, and whether you've been properly filing U.S. tax returns.
You do not need a reentry permit if you will be outside the United States for less than 1 year. If you have been outside the United States for less than 1 year, you may use your Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551) as your travel document.
An application for advance parole can be filed separately or concurrently with Form I-485 if it is anticipated that the alien may wish to travel soon after filing the I-485.