Immigration may grant parole in place on a case-by-case basis for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit under section 212(d)(5)(A) of the INA. You may be eligible for parole in place in 1-year increments if you are the spouse, widow(er), parent, son or daughter of:
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An active-duty member of the U.S. armed forces;
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An individual in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve; or
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An individual who (whether still living or deceased) previously served on active duty or in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve and was not dishonorably discharged.
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Documents you will need to bring to your initial consultation:
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Completed Form I-131, Application for Travel Document
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Evidence of the family relationship, such as:
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Marriage certificate
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Documentation of termination of previous marriage
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Son or daughter’s birth certificate
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Military member’s birth certificate with parent’s name
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Proof of enrollment in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS);
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Evidence that your family member is a current or former member of the U.S. armed forces, such as a photocopy of the front and back of the service member’s military identification card or DD Form 214;
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Two identical, color passport style photographs; and
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Evidence of any additional favorable discretionary factors that you would like us to consider.
After your Parole is granted you may apply for a work permit or for adjustment of status
Family Petition
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A citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States may file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to establish the existence of a relationship to certain alien relatives who wish to immigrate to the United States.
Adjustment of Status
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Adjusting your status to a permanent resident is the process used by immigrants to get a green card while in the United States. Find out more about the process.
Work Permit I-765 EAD
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Certain foreign nationals who are in the United States may file Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, to request employment authorization and an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).