Form I-131: Current Edition, Fee and Form Checks
The current USCIS edition and filing fees for Form I-131, with the date FormVeritas checked them on uscis.gov, and what FormVeritas checks when you fill the form in its Form Workspace.
About Form I-131
Form I-131 is titled “Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records”. Get the form and its instructions from uscis.gov, the official source:
Current edition
USCIS lists 01/20/25 as the current edition of Form I-131. USCIS lists no other accepted edition.
The FormVeritas Form Workspace fills this edition.
Checked October 21, 2026, against Form I-131 on uscis.gov. Editions change, so confirm the edition on uscis.gov before you file.
Filing fee
The fees below are copied from Form G-1055, Fee Schedule (edition 10/16/26), as USCIS states them, with the date FormVeritas checked each one.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Reentry Permit
| Filing category | Paper filing fee |
|---|---|
Reentry Permit (Part 1. Item 1. on Form I-131) If filing for a Reentry Permit. Not eligible for a Fee Waiver request. | $630 |
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Refugee Travel Document
| Filing category | Paper filing fee |
|---|---|
Refugee Travel Document (Part 1. Item 2., Item 3., and Item 13. on Form I-131) If you now hold refugee status in the United States (Part 1. Item 2. and Item 13.), or are a lawful permanent resident as a direct result of refugee status (Part 1. Item 3. and Item 13.). | $0 |
Refugee Travel Document (Part 1. Item 2., and 3. on Form I-131) If you now hold asylee status in the United States (Part 1. Item 2.), or are a lawful permanent resident as a direct result of asylee status (Part 1. Item 3.), and you are:
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Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – TPS Travel Authorization Document
| Filing category | Paper filing fee | Online filing fee |
|---|---|---|
Travel Authorization Document (for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beneficiaries who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 4. on Form I-131) If you are a TPS beneficiary in the United States, and you are applying for a TPS Travel Authorization Document under INA 244(f)(3) to allow you to seek admission under TPS upon your return from abroad. | $630 | $580 |
Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Advance Parole Document
| Filing category | Paper filing fee | Online filing fee |
|---|---|---|
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.A. on Form I-131) If you have a pending Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. | $630 | $580 |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.B. on Form I-131) If you have a pending Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal. Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver of the USCIS fee. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions. | $630 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.C. on Form I-131) If you have a pending initial Form I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status. Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver of the USCIS fee. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions. | $630 | $580 |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.D. on Form I-131) If you have been granted Deferred Enforced Departure. | $630 | $580 |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.E. on Form I-131) If you have an approved Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. | $630 | $580 |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.F. on Form I-131) If you have an approved Form I-914, Application for T Nonimmigrant Status, or Form I-914, Supplement A, Application for Family Member of T-1 Recipient. | $0 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.G. on Form I-131) If you have an approved Form I-918, Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status, or Form I-918, Supplement A, Petition for Qualifying Family Member of U-1 Recipient | $0 | $0 |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.H. on Form I-131) If you are a current parolee under INA 212(d)(5) and you are applying as a Ms. L. Settlement Class member or Qualifying Additional Family Member under the Settlement Agreement in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.). Write “PFR” in the blank space for your class of admission. | $0 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.H. on Form I-131) If you are a current parolee under INA 212(d)(5), other than a Ms. L. Settlement Class member or Qualifying Additional Family Member in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.). | $630 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.I. on Form I-131) If you have an approved Form I-817, Application for Family Unity Benefits. | $630 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.J. on Form I-131) If you have a pending Form I-687, Application for Status as a Temporary Resident Under Section 245A of the Immigration and Nationality Act. | $630 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.K. on Form I-131) If you hold V Nonimmigrant Status. | $630 | N/A |
Advance Parole Document (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 5.M. on Form I-131) Other request for Advance Parole. | $630 | N/A |
Additional Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee Each time you seek parole at a port of entry (POE), U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) will require you to pay an additional fee at the POE, unless they determine that you qualify for an exception. | $1,050 (fee collected by CBP) | $1,050 (fee collected by CBP) |
Additional I-131 Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee
If authorized for parole by USCIS, you must pay this additional fee to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the port of entry (POE) to be granted parole, unless CBP determines that you qualify for one of the exceptions provided in Pub. L. 119-21. This fee is applicable each time you seek parole at the POE.
NOTE: As of Feb. 5, 2026, this Immigration Parole Fee under Pub. L. 119-21 does not apply to Ms. L. Settlement Class members and their Qualifying Additional Family Members (QAFMs), pursuant to a court order issued in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.).
You cannot request a fee waiver for any fees required by Pub. L. 119-21.
CBP may determine an alien qualifies for an exception to the HR-1 parole fee if the alien is being paroled because:
- (1) (A) the alien has a medical emergency; and (B)(i) the alien cannot obtain necessary treatment in the foreign state in which the alien is residing; or (ii) the medical emergency is life-threatening and there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (2) (A) the alien is the parent or legal guardian of an alien described in paragraph (1) above; and (B) the alien described in paragraph (1) is a minor;
- (3) (A) the alien is needed in the United States to donate an organ or other tissue for transplant; and (B) there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (4) (A) the alien has a close family member in the United States whose death is imminent; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to see such family member alive if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (5) (A) the alien is seeking to attend the funeral of a close family member; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to attend such funeral if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (6) the alien is an adopted child (A) who has an urgent medical condition; (B) who is in the legal custody of the petitioner for a final adoption-related visa; and (C) whose medical treatment is required before the expected award of a final adoption-related visa;
- (7) the alien (A) is a lawful applicant for adjustment of status under INA 245; and (B) is returning to the United States after temporary travel abroad;
- (8) the alien (A) has been returned to a contiguous country pursuant to INA 235(b)(2)(C); and (B) is being paroled into the United States to allow the alien to attend the alien’s immigration hearing;
- (9) the alien has been granted the status of Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e) of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-422; 8 U.S.C. 1522 note); or
- (10) DHS determines that a significant public benefit has resulted or will result from the parole of an alien (A) who has assisted or will assist the U.S. Government in a law enforcement matter; (B) whose presence is required by the U.S. Government in furtherance of such law enforcement matter; and (C)(i) who is inadmissible or does not satisfy the eligibility requirements for admission as a nonimmigrant; or (ii) for which there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Advance Permission to Travel for CMNI Long-Term Residents
| Filing category | Paper filing fee |
|---|---|
Advance Permission to Travel for Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Long-Term Residents (Part 1. Item 5.L. on Form I-131) If you are applying for advance permission to travel as a CNMI long-term resident. Not eligible for a Fee Waiver request. | $630 |
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Initial Parole Document (from outside the U.S.)
| Filing category | Paper filing fee | Online filing fee |
|---|---|---|
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 6.A. on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Filipino World War II Veterans Parole (FWVP) Program. | $630 | N/A |
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 6.B.(1) on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Immigrant Military Members and Veterans Initiative (IMMVI) as a current or former service member. | $0 | $0 |
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 6.B.(2) and Item 6.B.(3) on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Immigrant Military Members and Veterans Initiative (IMMVI) as a:
| $630 | $580 |
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 6.D. on Form I-131) Family Reunification Task Force (FRTF)/Ms. L. Settlement Agreement Process. If you are requesting parole as a Ms. L. Settlement Class member or Qualifying Additional Family Member in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.). | $0 | $0 |
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 6.E. on Form I-131) If you are filing under another specific parole program or process. | $630 | N/A |
Initial Parole Document (for individuals who are currently outside the United States) (Part 1. Item 7. on Form I-131) If you are applying for an initial parole document under INA 212(d)(5)(A) for yourself or on behalf of someone else outside the United States, but not under a specific parole process. | $630 | $580 |
Additional Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee Each time you seek parole at a port of entry (POE), U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) will require you to pay an additional fee at the POE, unless they determine that you qualify for an exception. | $1,050 (fee collected by CBP) | $1,050 (fee collected by CBP) |
Additional I-131 Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee
If authorized for parole by USCIS, you must pay this additional fee to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at a port of entry (POE) to be granted parole, unless CBP determines that you qualify for one of the exceptions provided in Pub. L. 119-21. This fee is applicable each time you seek parole at the POE.
NOTE: As of Feb. 5, 2026, this Immigration Parole Fee under Pub. L. 119-21 does not apply to Ms. L. Settlement Class members and their Qualifying Additional Family Members (QAFMs), pursuant to a court order issued in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.).
You cannot request a fee waiver for any fees required by Pub. L. 119-21.
CBP may determine an alien qualifies for an exception to the HR-1 parole fee if the alien is being paroled because:
- (1) (A) the alien has a medical emergency; and (B)(i) the alien cannot obtain necessary treatment in the foreign state in which the alien is residing; or (ii) the medical emergency is life-threatening and there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (2) (A) the alien is the parent or legal guardian of an alien described in paragraph (1) above; and (B) the alien described in paragraph (1) is a minor;
- (3) (A) the alien is needed in the United States to donate an organ or other tissue for transplant; and (B) there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (4) (A) the alien has a close family member in the United States whose death is imminent; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to see such family member alive if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (5) (A) the alien is seeking to attend the funeral of a close family member; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to attend such funeral if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (6) the alien is an adopted child (A) who has an urgent medical condition; (B) who is in the legal custody of the petitioner for a final adoption-related visa; and (C) whose medical treatment is required before the expected award of a final adoption-related visa;
- (7) the alien (A) is a lawful applicant for adjustment of status under INA 245; and (B) is returning to the United States after temporary travel abroad;
- (8) the alien (A) has been returned to a contiguous country pursuant to INA 235(b)(2)(C); and (B) is being paroled into the United States to allow the alien to attend the alien’s immigration hearing;
- (9) the alien has been granted the status of Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e) of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-422; 8 U.S.C. 1522 note); or
- (10) DHS determines that a significant public benefit has resulted or will result from the parole of an alien (A) who has assisted or will assist the U.S. Government in a law enforcement matter; (B) whose presence is required by the U.S. Government in furtherance of such law enforcement matter; and (C)(i) who is inadmissible or does not satisfy the eligibility requirements for admission as a nonimmigrant; or (ii) for which there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process.
Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver of the separate USCIS fee for Form I-131. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions.
If you are filing Form I-131 on behalf of another person, a fee exemption ($0) for the USCIS fee applies only if the person on whose behalf you are filing meets the eligibility requirements for a fee exemption.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Initial Parole In Place
| Filing category | Paper filing fee | Online filing fee |
|---|---|---|
Initial Request for Arrival/Departure Record for Parole In Place (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 8.A.(1) and Item 8.A.(2) on Form I-131) If you are applying for Military Parole in Place (PIP), only on your behalf, as a:
| $0 | N/A |
Initial Request for Arrival/Departure Record for Parole In Place (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 8.B. on Form I-131) Family Reunification Task Force (FRTF)/Ms. L. Settlement Agreement Process. If you are requesting parole in place as a Ms. L. Settlement Class member or Qualifying Additional Family Member in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.). | $0 | $0 |
Initial Request for Arrival/Departure Record for Parole In Place (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 8.C. on Form I-131) If you are filing under another specific parole program or process. Not Eligible for Fee Waiver Request | $630 | N/A |
Initial Request for Arrival/Departure Record for Parole In Place (for individuals who are inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 9. on Form I-131) If you are applying for an initial period of parole in place under INA 212(d)(5)(A) for yourself or someone else inside the United States, but not under a specific parole process. Not Eligible for Fee Waiver Request | $630 | N/A |
Additional Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee | $1,050 (if USCIS notifies you of conditional approval) Only payable online. | $1,050 (if USCIS notifies you of conditional approval) |
Additional I-131 Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee
If USCIS conditionally approves parole, you must pay this additional fee to be granted parole, unless USCIS determines that you qualify for one of the exceptions provided in Pub. L. 119-21.
NOTE: As of Feb. 5, 2026, this Immigration Parole Fee under Pub. L. 119-21 does not apply to Ms. L. Settlement Class members and their Qualifying Additional Family Members (QAFMs), pursuant to a court order issued in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.).
You cannot request a fee waiver for any fees required by Pub. L. 119-21.
USCIS may determine an alien qualifies for an exception to the HR-1 parole fee if the alien is being paroled because:
- (1) (A) the alien has a medical emergency; and (B)(i) the alien cannot obtain necessary treatment in the foreign state in which the alien is residing; or (ii) the medical emergency is life-threatening and there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (2) (A) the alien is the parent or legal guardian of an alien described in paragraph (1) above; and (B) the alien described in paragraph (1) is a minor;
- (3) (A) the alien is needed in the United States to donate an organ or other tissue for transplant; and (B) there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (4) (A) the alien has a close family member in the United States whose death is imminent; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to see such family member alive if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (5) (A) the alien is seeking to attend the funeral of a close family member; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to attend such funeral if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (6) the alien is an adopted child (A) who has an urgent medical condition; (B) who is in the legal custody of the petitioner for a final adoption-related visa; and (C) whose medical treatment is required before the expected award of a final adoption-related visa;
- (7) the alien (A) is a lawful applicant for adjustment of status under INA 245; and (B) is returning to the United States after temporary travel abroad;
- (8) the alien (A) has been returned to a contiguous country pursuant to INA 235(b)(2)(C); and (B) is being paroled into the United States to allow the alien to attend the alien’s immigration hearing;
- (9) the alien has been granted the status of Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e) of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-422; 8 U.S.C. 1522 note); or
- (10) DHS determines that a significant public benefit has resulted or will result from the parole of an alien (A) who has assisted or will assist the U.S. Government in a law enforcement matter; (B) whose presence is required by the U.S. Government in furtherance of such law enforcement matter; and (C)(i) who is inadmissible or does not satisfy the eligibility requirements for admission as a nonimmigrant; or (ii) for which there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process.
If you are filing Form I-131 on behalf of another person, a fee exemption ($0) for the USCIS fee applies only if the person on whose behalf you are filing meets the eligibility requirements for a fee exemption.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole
| Filing category | Paper filing fee | Online filing fee |
|---|---|---|
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.B. on Form I-131) If you are applying under the process for Certain Afghans Paroled into the United States After July 31, 2021, through Sept. 30, 2023. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.C. on Form I-131) If you are applying under the re-parole process for Certain Ukrainians and their Immediate Family Members Paroled into the United States on or After Feb. 11, 2022. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.D. on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Filipino World War II Veterans Parole (FWVP) Program. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.E.(1) on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Immigrant Military Members and Veterans Initiative (IMMVI) as a current or former service member. | $0 | $0 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.E.(2) and Item 10.E.(3) on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Immigrant Military Members and Veterans Initiative (IMMVI) as a:
| $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.F. on Form I-131) If you are applying under the Central American Minors (CAM) Program. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.G. on Form I-131) Family Reunification Task Force (FRTF)/Ms. L. Settlement Agreement Process. If you are applying as a Ms. L. Settlement Class member or Qualifying Additional Family Member in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.). | $0 | $0 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.H.(1) and Item 10.H.(2) on Form I-131) If you are applying for Military Parole in Place as a:
| $0 | N/A |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 10.I. on Form I-131) If you are applying under another program or process. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 1. Item 11. on Form I-131) If you or someone else was initially paroled into the U.S. or granted parole in place under INA 212(d)((5)(A), and you are requesting a new period of parole for yourself or someone else, but not under a specific program or process. | $630 | $580 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 9. on Form I-131) If you are selecting Part 9. Item 1. on Form I-131 to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) upon approval of your new period of parole (re-parole), unless you fall under one of the categories listed below. Fee listed is for both Form I-131 and EAD fee. Additional EAD Fee Due at Filing: Pub. L. 119-21 Fee You must submit this fee separately from the filing fee. This fee may not be waived. | $1,150 plus Additional Fees $280 | $1,050 plus Additional Fees $280 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 9. on Form I-131) If you are selecting Part 9. Item 1. on Form I-131 to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) upon approval of re-parole and you are applying under:
Additional EAD Fee Due at Filing: Pub. L. 119-21 Fee You must submit this fee separately from the filing fee. This fee may not be waived. | $0 plus Additional Fees $280 | $0 plus Additional Fees $280 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 9. on Form I-131) If you are selecting Part 9. Item 1. on Form I-131 to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) upon approval of re-parole and you are applying under:
| $0 | $0 |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 9. on Form I-131) If you are selecting Part 9. Item 1. on Form I-131 to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) upon approval of re-parole and you are applying under:
Additional EAD Fee Due at Filing: Pub. L. 119-21 Fee You must submit this fee separately from the filing fee. This fee may not be waived. | $0 plus Additional Fees $280 | N/A N/A |
Arrival/Departure Record for Re-parole for Individuals Who Are Requesting a New Period of Parole (from inside the United States) (Part 9. on Form I-131) If you are selecting Part 9. Item 1. on Form I-131 to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) upon approval of re-parole and you are applying for Military Parole in Place for the spouse, parent, son, or daughter of a current or former service member (Part 1. Item 10.H.(2)). Additional EAD Fee Due at Filing: Pub. L. 119-21 Fee You must submit this fee separately from the filing fee. This fee may not be waived. | $520 plus Additional Fees $280 | N/A N/A |
Additional Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee | $1,050 (if USCIS notifies you of conditional approval) Only payable online. | $1,050 (if USCIS notifies you of conditional approval) |
Additional I-131 Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee
If USCIS conditionally approves parole, you must pay this additional fee to be granted parole, unless USCIS determines that you qualify for one of the exceptions provided in Pub. L. 119-21.
NOTE: As of Feb. 5, 2026, this Immigration Parole Fee under Pub. L. 119-21 does not apply to Ms. L. Settlement Class members and their Qualifying Additional Family Members (QAFMs), pursuant to a court order issued in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.).
You cannot request a fee waiver for any fees required by Pub. L. 119-21.
USCIS may determine an alien qualifies for an exception to the HR-1 parole fee if the alien is being paroled because:
- (1) (A) the alien has a medical emergency; and (B)(i) the alien cannot obtain necessary treatment in the foreign state in which the alien is residing; or (ii) the medical emergency is life-threatening and there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (2) (A) the alien is the parent or legal guardian of an alien described in paragraph (1) above; and (B) the alien described in paragraph (1) is a minor;
- (3) (A) the alien is needed in the United States to donate an organ or other tissue for transplant; and (B) there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (4) (A) the alien has a close family member in the United States whose death is imminent; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to see such family member alive if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (5) (A) the alien is seeking to attend the funeral of a close family member; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to attend such funeral if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (6) the alien is an adopted child (A) who has an urgent medical condition; (B) who is in the legal custody of the petitioner for a final adoption-related visa; and (C) whose medical treatment is required before the expected award of a final adoption-related visa;
- (7) the alien (A) is a lawful applicant for adjustment of status under INA 245; and (B) is returning to the United States after temporary travel abroad;
- (8) the alien (A) has been returned to a contiguous country pursuant to INA 235(b)(2)(C); and (B) is being paroled into the United States to allow the alien to attend the alien’s immigration hearing;
- (9) the alien has been granted the status of Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e) of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-422; 8 U.S.C. 1522 note); or
- (10) DHS determines that a significant public benefit has resulted or will result from the parole of an alien (A) who has assisted or will assist the U.S. Government in a law enforcement matter; (B) whose presence is required by the U.S. Government in furtherance of such law enforcement matter; and (C)(i) who is inadmissible or does not satisfy the eligibility requirements for admission as a nonimmigrant; or (ii) for which there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process.
Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver of the separate USCIS fee for Form I-131 if they were initially granted parole from outside the United States. This does not apply to applicants requesting Parole in Place. See Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions.
If you are filing Form I-131 on behalf of another person, a fee exemption ($0) for the USCIS fee applies only if the person on whose behalf you are filing meets the eligibility requirements for a fee exemption.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records – General Fee Exemptions
| Filing category | Paper filing fee |
|---|---|
General Fee Exemptions If you filed Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, on or after July 30, 2007, and before April 1, 2024, you paid the required Form I-485 filing fee, and your Form I-485 is still pending.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are filing for a replacement document because the document we issued to you contains incorrect information due to our error.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are filing for a replacement document because your previous document was issued, but you did not receive it due to USCIS or USPS error.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a current or former U.S. armed forces service member (does not apply to family members unless the family member is also a current or former U.S. armed forces service member).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted Special Immigrant Juvenile classification or adjustment of status under INA 245(h).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted T nonimmigrant status or adjustment of status under INA 245(l).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted a special immigrant visa or status as an Afghan or Iraqi translator or interpreter, Iraqi national employed by or on behalf of the U.S. Government, or Afghan national employed by or on behalf of the U.S. Government or employed by the ISAF, or their derivative beneficiary; or seeking adjustment of status under such classification.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted adjustment of status as an abused spouse or child under the Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted adjustment of status as an abused spouse or child under the Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted U nonimmigrant status or adjustment of status under INA 245(m).
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a person seeking or granted immigrant classification as a VAWA self-petitioner or derivative.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
General Fee Exemptions If you are a refugee, a person paroled as a refugee, or a lawful permanent resident who obtained such status as a refugee in the United States.
| $0 plus Immigration Parole Fee for certain approvals (Pub. L. 119-21) |
Additional Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee | $1,050 |
Additional I-131 Fee if Approved: Pub. L. 119-21 Immigration Parole Fee
If recommended for approval or authorized for parole, you must pay this additional fee to be granted parole, unless USCIS or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) determines that you qualify for one of the exceptions provided in Pub. L. 119-21.
NOTE: As of Feb. 5, 2026, this Immigration Parole Fee under Pub. L. 119-21 does not apply to Ms. L. Settlement Class members and their Qualifying Additional Family Members (QAFMs), pursuant to a court order issued in Ms. L. v. ICE, 18-cv-00428 (S.D. Cal.).
You cannot request a fee waiver for any fees required by Pub. L. 119-21.
USCIS or CBP may determine an alien qualifies for an exception to the HR-1 parole fee if the alien is being paroled because:
- (1) (A) the alien has a medical emergency; and (B)(i) the alien cannot obtain necessary treatment in the foreign state in which the alien is residing; or (ii) the medical emergency is life-threatening and there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (2) (A) the alien is the parent or legal guardian of an alien described in paragraph (1) above; and (B) the alien described in paragraph (1) is a minor;
- (3) (A) the alien is needed in the United States to donate an organ or other tissue for transplant; and (B) there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (4) (A) the alien has a close family member in the United States whose death is imminent; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to see such family member alive if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (5) (A) the alien is seeking to attend the funeral of a close family member; and (B) the alien could not arrive in the United States in time to attend such funeral if the alien were to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process;
- (6) the alien is an adopted child (A) who has an urgent medical condition; (B) who is in the legal custody of the petitioner for a final adoption-related visa; and (C) whose medical treatment is required before the expected award of a final adoption-related visa;
- (7) the alien (A) is a lawful applicant for adjustment of status under INA 245; and (B) is returning to the United States after temporary travel abroad;
- (8) the alien (A) has been returned to a contiguous country pursuant to INA 235(b)(2)(C); and (B) is being paroled into the United States to allow the alien to attend the alien’s immigration hearing;
- (9) the alien has been granted the status of Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e) of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-422; 8 U.S.C. 1522 note); or
- (10) DHS determines that a significant public benefit has resulted or will result from the parole of an alien (A) who has assisted or will assist the U.S. Government in a law enforcement matter; (B) whose presence is required by the U.S. Government in furtherance of such law enforcement matter; and (C)(i) who is inadmissible or does not satisfy the eligibility requirements for admission as a nonimmigrant; or (ii) for which there is insufficient time for the alien to be admitted to the United States through the normal visa process.
If you seek parole at a port of entry (POE), CBP will require you to pay the $1,050 fee as required by Pub. L. 119-21, unless they determine you qualify for an exception. This fee is applicable each time you seek parole at the POE.
Source: Form G-1055 on uscis.gov. Checked October 21, 2026.
This page does not tell you which fee applies to your filing. Confirm the fee before you file with the USCIS Fee Calculator.
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