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Form I-131

Application for Travel Document

An optional filing that allows an investor with a pending adjustment-of-status application to travel internationally while their case is pending.

Typically filed by: Investor (optional)

Form I-131 is typically filed alongside Form I-485 to request advance parole, permitting international travel while an adjustment-of-status application is pending.

Traveling without an approved travel document while a case is pending can affect a pending application — investors should confirm timing with their immigration attorney before international travel.

This is a general explainer, not legal advice, and does not describe the requirements of any specific case. Confirm current form editions, fees, and instructions directly at uscis.gov (or travel.state.gov for DS-260) before filing.