Military Parole in Place

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Document Checklist for Parole in Place Package

PAROLE-IN-PLACE FOR FAMILY MEMBERS OF MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS

DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

The package submitted to USCIS as an application for Parole-in-Place for the Family Member of a Military Service Member (PIP) should include the following documents:

• Completed Form I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records    (No filing fee) 
• • Check the appropriate box under Item 8.A. in Part 1
• Completed Form I-134, Affidavit of Support (from Service Member)
• • Last US Federal Income Tax Return filed by sponsor
  • Statement from employer on business letterhead confirming salary
  • Other documentation of sufficient income or financial resources
• Completed Form G-28, Entry of Appearance of Attorney of Record
• Evidence of the family relationship
• • Marriage certificate;
  • Documentation of termination of previous marriage;
  • Son’s or daughter’s birth certificate;
  • Current or former service member’s birth certificate with parent’s name; or
  • Proof of enrollment in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS);
• Evidence of current or former membership in the U.S. armed forces 
• • photocopy of the front and back of the service member’s military identification card or 
  • DD Form 214;
• Evidence the current or former service member supports the application for PIP
• • A letter from the service member asking USCIS to grant their parent PIP
• Two identical, color passport-style photographs of applicant 
• Evidence of any additional favorable discretionary factors
• • Copies of tax returns filed by the Applicant
  • Letters of support or recommendation 
  • Proof of employment
  • Evidence of applicant’s family ties in the US
  • Evidence of any business ties in the US
  • Evidence of  any medical conditions 
  • Family photographs
  • Any other evidence of good moral character or favorable

Evidence of Military Service Accepted by USCIS:

• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214)
• National Guard Report of Separation and Record of Service (NGB Form 22) 
• other official service or discharge document

Submit Form I-131 to:

For U.S. Postal Service (USPS):

USCIS
Attn: HP IMMVI
P.O. Box 660865
Dallas, TX 75266-0865

For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries:

USCIS
Attn: HP IMMVI (Box 660865)
2501 S. State Hwy. 121 Business
Suite 400
Lewisville, TX 75067-8003

For additional information, see the IMMVETS Resource Center.

What is Parole in Place?

What is Parole in Place?

Parole in place allows a foreign national who came into the United States without authorization by an immigration officer to stay for a certain period of time. Parole in place is granted on a case-by-case basis for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. Parole is considered a lawful immigration status for purposes of certain immigration benefits, such as a Green Card. Parole, however, does not excuse any periods of unlawful presence outside of the parole period.

Why would I need parole in place?

If you are in the United States without authorization by an immigration officer, you may be ineligible for several immigration benefits. If your request for parole in place is approved, you:

• Do not accrue unlawful presence during the period specified;

• May apply for a work permit for the specified period (see Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization); and

• May be able to apply for an immigration benefit that requires a lawful entry, including a Green Card, if you are eligible. Note that parole by itself does not lead to any immigration status or other immigration benefit.

Am I eligible for parole in place?You may be eligible for parole in place in one-year increments if you are the spouse, widow(er), parent, son, or daughter of:

• An active-duty member of the U.S. armed forces;

• An individual in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve; or

• A military veteran (whether living or deceased, as long as he or she was not dishonorably discharged) who served in active duty or in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve

How do I request parole in place?

• You will need to complete Form I-131,Application for Travel Document, and submit it (without fee) to your local USCIS office.

• You will also need to provide copies of documents that show you are eligible for parole in place (do not submit originals). This includes evidence of the family relationship, and proof that your relative is or was an active-duty member of the U.S. armed forces or in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve.

• For complete details on how to request parole in place, please visit www.uscis.gov/military/discretionary-options.