APPLICATION FOR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS FORM I-131

Home > All Immigration Forms > Application for travel documents form i-131

I-131 FORM

This is an official United States Citizenship and Immigration (USCIS) form that lawful permanent residents of the United States, conditional Green Card holders, and some immigrants who need to leave the United States temporarily must use to request certain travel documents. This form is used to apply for a Travel Document, reentry permitrefugee travel document, or advance parole.

WHO MAY FILE FORM I-131?

Qualified applicants should use this form to request the following types of travel documents:

The USCIS requirements you must meet in order to use this form depend on the type of travel document you need. In general, you must have a Green Card, a conditional Green Card, a pending application for either adjustment of status or Temporary Protected Status, Temporary Protected Status, valid asylee or refugee status, or certain non-immigrant status. 

HOW TO FILL THE FORM I-131?

You can fill out the form on a computer, typewriter, or by hand. If you are filing it out by hand, you must write neatly in black ink. It is very important to answer all of the questions. If a question does not apply, type or write “NA” in the appropriate space. Attach separate pieces of paper to the form if you need more room to answer any questions. Include your name and Alien Registration Number (if applicable) at the top of each one, and specify which question you are answering by including the number before the answer. Be sure to sign the form in the space provided. USCIS automatically rejects any forms that are incomplete and/or unsigned. You must submit the required fees and all supporting documents to USCIS along with the application. Read more

DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

No matter which travel document you need, you must send a copy of an official Photo ID, issued by a government agency, with Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. To be accepted, it must include your picture, your name, and date of birth. In most cases, additional supporting documents are required.

Evidence. You must submit all required initial evidence along with all the supporting documentation with your application at the time of filing.

  1. Initial Evidence
  2. Photographs
  3. Biometrics Services Requirement
  4. Invalidation of Travel Document

Copies. Unless specifically required that an original document be filed with an application, a legible photocopy may be submitted. Original documents submitted when not required may remain a part of the record, and will not be automatically returned to you.

Translations. Any document containing a foreign language submitted to USCIS must be accompanied by a full English language translation which the translator has certified as complete and accurate, and by the translator’s certification that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English.

However, the type of documents you must provide depends on which type of travel document you need.

FORM I-131 FILING INSTRUCTIONS

Because Form I-131 is used to request different types of travel documents, there is more than one place to send a completed application. Please check the Filing Addresses for Form I-131 for information on where to mail your application. The filing fees also vary according to which type of travel document you need. You can find out more about the fees required for your application form below.

I am applying fo

Form fee

Biometric fee

Total

  • If filing for a Reentry Permit for an applicant who is: 14 years of age and older but under 80 years of age;
$575 $85 $660
  • If filing for a Reentry Permit for an applicant who is: Under 14 years of age or 80 years of age or older;
$575 N/A $575
  • If filing for a Refugee Travel Document for an applicant who is: Under 14 years of age;
$105 N/A $105
  • If filing for a Refugee Travel Document for an applicant who is: 14 years of age or older, but under 16 years of age;
$105 $85 $190
  • If filing for a Refugee Travel Document for an applicant who is: 16 years of age or older, but under 80 years of age;
$135 $85 $220
  • If filing for a Reentry Permit for an applicant who is: 80 years of age or older;
$135 N/A $135
  • If filing for an Advance Parole Document. Type E and F (Humanitarian parole)
$575 N/A $575
  • If filing for an Advance Parole Document for Dependent Spouse/ Unmarried Minor Children of an Individual Seeking or in the United States Based on Entrepreneur Parole. *A biometric services fee is required for applicants 14 through 79 years of age.
$575 $85* $660
  • If you filed Form I-485 on or after July 30, 2007, and you paid the required Form I-485 application fee
No Fee N/A $0

ONE OF OUR LEGAL SERVICES: ATTORNEY APPLICATION REVIEW

THE TRADITIONAL LEGAL SERVICE: FULL ATTORNEY REPRESENTATION

APPLICATION REVIEW

$699
  • Check Your Eligibility
  • Attorney’s Consultation(s) (The lawyer will guide you through the application process)
  • Less Questions, Faster Application (Easy-To-Use Software To Fill Out Immigration Forms)
  • Instant Alerts Help You Avoid Mistakes (Automatic Help and Tips on Complicated Questions; Instant Alerts To Help Avoid Mistakes; Automatic Help and Tips on Complicated Questions)
  • Technical Support (Access And Share Your Completed Forms After You File)
  • Ensures Completeness (Instant Alerts To Help Avoid Mistakes)
  • Documents checklist (Personalized Supporting Documents and Evidence Checklist)
  • Personalized Instructions (Personalized Guidance And Instructions On Where To File)
  • Case submission (Automatic Case preparation guidance)
  • Case Status Online Check (Link to case Updated)
  • Shipping Label With Tracking Number

ATTORNEY REPRESENTATION

$1499
  • Check Your Eligibility
  • Attorney’s Consultation(s) (The lawyer will guide you through the application process)
  • Less Questions, Faster Application (Work with your lawyer to prepare your application)
  • Instant Alerts Help You Avoid Mistakes (After your lawyer reviews your forms, they’ll call you to discuss any errors or answer your questions about your forms)
  • Technical Support (Access And Share Your Completed Forms After You File)
  • Ensures Completeness (Once it’s complete, Attorney do a final review and file the paperwork with the US government on your behalf)
  • Documents checklist (Work with your lawyer to prepare your application)
  • Personalized Instructions (Personalized Supporting Documents and Evidence Checklist)
  • Case submission (Your attorney will give you a checklist and guide you through the process collecting supporting evidence)
  • Case Status Online Check (Work with your lawyer to prepare your application)
  • Preparation for Immigration Interview (Your lawyer will file the application on your behalf)
  • Immigration Interview appearance ** (Included case by case and location)
  • Shipping Label With Tracking Number

MORE FEATURES

100% Secure

We use the most advanced security measures to protect your personal data and documents. We never release your information to anyone.

Where and what

Personalized Guidance and USCIS Fees and Instructions on where to file, free shipping label to USCIS

Up-to-date Forms

Our experienced immigration professionals check the website content daily to keep up with changes in laws or forms required.

Comprehensive forms

Answer a few simple questions and our innovative system will generate a complete form and ready to be presented

Error Checking

Our team of professionals will check all your answers to make sure that they are accurate, complete, and ready to be submitted

Evidence Checklist

Once you assemble and upload all required documents, we will check if the evidence is correct and will provide a cover letter.

Testimonials
Write a review
Джума Мыратгелдиев
Джума Мыратгелдиев
2023-05-31
Great attorney, easy to work with, highly recommend, my case was dismissed Thank you so much Igor LITVAK
Ninjacool
Ninjacool
2023-05-22
Really helpful good lawyer
Nida Kumar
Nida Kumar
2023-05-17
Mr. Igor is one of the best lawyer, I have ever met. He had been so kind and full of understanding. Had a privilege to hire him to represent us in federal court. And he did everything possible, to get us out of the trouble. A true man of words. Highly recommended.
Alexandra Dordzhieva
Alexandra Dordzhieva
2023-05-17
Good lawyer, helped us in a case
Karl Mukaz
Karl Mukaz
2023-04-17
Had the best experience with Igor! Fast, reliable and professional! Highly recommend!
Jekaterina Shapovalova
Jekaterina Shapovalova
2023-04-10
Igor Litvak is an outstanding lawyer in New York, and I am beyond impressed with his level of professionalism and expertise. I recently had the privilege of working with him on a complex legal matter, and his knowledge, dedication, and attention to detail were simply unparalleled. From our initial consultation to the resolution of my case, Mr. Litvak went above and beyond to ensure that I understood all aspects of the legal process and was always kept up to date on the status of my case. He provided sound advice, was always available to answer any questions, and took a personalized approach to my legal needs. Mr. Litvak is not only a brilliant attorney, but he is also an exceptional communicator and an empathetic advocate. He is a true professional who genuinely cares about his clients and their well-being, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services. If you want an attorney who is not only knowledgeable, but also compassionate, diligent, and committed to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients, then look no further than Mr. Litvak. He is simply the best.
renier valle
renier valle
2023-03-28
A very good attorney, I highly recommand him, i had a major criminal case which he resolved with no record. Just a great attorney.
Albert_Brits
Albert_Brits
2023-02-17
The best attorney you can get, he will fight for you like he did for me, he was also very detailed on the case and always answering his call, you actually get to have his cell phone. Highly recommended.
lady jackey
lady jackey
2023-02-06
Very reliable, and friendly staff, they were very patient with me throughout my vwa case It was a pleasure working with them
Scroll to top