FORM I-131 APPLICATION FOR TRAVEL DOCUMENT
ADVANCE PAROLE (PENDING AOS)
COVER LETTER AND EVIDENCE CHECKLIST
Filing Overview
- Applicant: [NAME], A#: [A-NUMBER]
- Basis: Pending I-485 filed on [DATE]; Receipt No.: [NO.]
- Document requested: Advance Parole (multiple reentry) | Combo card with I-765 (if filed together): [YES/NO]
- Proposed travel purpose: [HUMANITARIAN/FAMILY/EMPLOYMENT/OTHER]; Expected travel window: [DATES]
- Address for delivery: [ADDRESS]
Packet Order (suggested)
1) Cover letter (this document).
2) Form I-131 (signed).
3) Filing fee or notation that fee covered with I-485 (check current rules).
4) Two passport-style photos labeled with name/A#.
5) Government ID: passport bio page; prior EAD/AP if any.
6) I-485 receipt notice; I-130/I-140 receipt (if relevant).
7) Evidence supporting travel purpose (hospital letter, employer letter, family event proof, itinerary).
8) Proof of continued residence/ties in U.S. (lease, utility bills, pay stubs) and intent to return.
9) If prior removals/INA 212 issues: legal analysis on AP advisability and risks (do not travel without clearance).
Cover Letter Body (sample)
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Date: [DATE]
USCIS [LOCKBOX/ADDRESS]
RE: Form I-131 - Advance Parole for [NAME, A#]; Pending I-485 Receipt [NO.]
Dear Sir/Madam:
Enclosed please find Form I-131 requesting advance parole for the above-referenced adjustment applicant. The applicant seeks advance parole to travel for [REASON] during [DATES]. The I-485 remains pending (Receipt No. [NO.]).
Enclosures follow the order above. Please issue advance parole and return the document to the address provided.
Sincerely,
[NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[PHONE] | [EMAIL]
Practice Notes
- Do not depart until advance parole is approved and in hand.
- If applicant holds H-1B/H-4 or L-1/L-2, consider maintaining status and reentering with visa instead of AP.
- Flag any unlawful presence or prior removal issues; AP may not cure admissibility problems at entry.
- Keep copies; monitor receipt and processing times; file renewals 120-180 days before expiry if needed.