FORM I-131 REENTRY PERMIT

COVER LETTER AND EVIDENCE CHECKLIST

Filing Overview

• Applicant: [NAME], A#: [A-NUMBER]
• LPR status since: [DATE]; Last entry: [DATE]
• Travel purpose and duration: [DETAILS]
• Mailing address for receipt: [ADDRESS]; Biometrics ASC preference: [CITY/STATE]

Packet Order (suggested)

1) Cover letter (this document).
2) Form I-131 (reentry permit box checked) signed.
3) Filing fee and biometrics fee; G-1145.
4) Copy of green card (front/back) and passport ID page.
5) Two passport photos labeled with name/A#.
6) Evidence of travel purpose (employment letter, assignment, study, family care).
7) Evidence of continued U.S. ties (lease/deed, taxes, bank accounts, employment).
8) If requesting pickup abroad, include request per USCIS rules (if available).

Cover Letter Body (sample)

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Date: [DATE]

USCIS [LOCKBOX/ADDRESS]

RE: Form I-131 - Reentry Permit for [NAME, A#]

Dear Sir/Madam:

Enclosed is Form I-131 requesting a reentry permit. The applicant will depart for [PURPOSE] for approximately [DURATION] and seeks to preserve LPR status. Evidence of LPR status, travel purpose, and continued ties to the United States is included.

Sincerely,
[NAME/ATTORNEY]
[ADDRESS]
[PHONE] | [EMAIL]

Practice Notes

• Applicant must be physically present in the U.S. when filing and for biometrics.
• Reentry permit validity is generally 2 years; may be shorter for repeated permits.
• Maintain U.S. ties (tax filing as resident, address, banking) to mitigate abandonment risk.
• Track biometrics notice; reschedule if necessary before departure when possible.