Immigration Services
Parole
Allow your loved one to enter or return to the United States while awaiting resolution of their case. Parole may be the solution your family needs.
Who Qualifies?
Humanitarian or public interest parole may be granted to certain individuals inside or outside the United States who face urgent circumstances or special situations. Different types of immigration parole exist, including humanitarian parole, parole in place for some military family members, and advance parole for certain cases involving travel while immigration proceedings are pending.rnrnParole is not a visa or permanent residence, but it can allow lawful entry, temporary stay in the United States, and in some cases work authorization.
How It Works
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Determining the Type of Parole
We identify the most appropriate type of parole for your family member's situation and the programs currently available.
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Preparing the Complete Package
We compile documents demonstrating the family relationship, the urgent need, and the ability to provide financial support.
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Filing the Required Forms
We file the required forms based on the specific type of parole being requested.
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Ongoing Monitoring and Updates
We keep you informed of your application's progress and respond to any additional USCIS requirements.
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Entry and Planning Next Steps
Once approved, we coordinate your family member's entry and plan the steps toward a more permanent immigration status.
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Practical Information
Timeline, Costs & Documents
⏱ Timeline & Costs
- Humanitarian parole (I-131): 3–12 months processing time
- Form I-131 fee: $630 USD
- Parole in processing (at consulates): varies by program and country
- Work permit (I-765) if eligible: $520 USD additional
📋 Required Documents
- Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document / Humanitarian Parole)
- Evidence of humanitarian urgency or significant public benefit
- Applicant's identity documents (passport, birth certificate)
- Documents and identity of the U.S.-based family member and proof of their immigration status
- Medical or emergency evidence (if urgency is health-related)
- Detailed explanatory letter describing the situation
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Immigration parole allows certain individuals to enter or remain temporarily in the U.S. for urgent reasons or significant public benefit, even if they do not fully meet the requirements for a regular visa. It is not a formal immigration status, but it can be the first step toward regularization.
Available programs include humanitarian parole for emergency situations, parole in processing for families abroad with an approved petition, and Parole in Place (PIP) for family members of active-duty military. Programs vary and some are temporary in nature.
It depends on the type of parole granted. Some parole types allow you to separately apply for a work permit (EAD). If you receive parole and wish to work legally, your attorney will guide you through the process of obtaining the corresponding employment authorization.
Parole itself does not directly lead to permanent residence, but it can create an eligibility basis for adjustment of status in certain cases. For example, persons who entered the country through parole may be eligible for adjustment if they have an approved petition.
Humanitarian parole is granted on a case-by-case basis for emergency situations such as a serious illness affecting a family member in the U.S. or other extraordinary circumstances. It is requested with Form I-131 and requires detailed evidence of the urgency. It has a limited approval rate but can be critical in serious cases.
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