NEW APPLICATION RELEASED FOR TRAVEL, PAROLE, ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE DOCUMENTS; NO GRACE PERIOD
On October 11, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a new Form I-131 (06/17/24 edition). The new form is named “Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records." This 06/17/24 edition of Form I-131 replaces the 04/01/24 edition of Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document).
There is no grace period for the 06/17/24 edition of Form I-131.
Effective October 11, 2024, USCIS will reject applications on the 04/01/24 edition of Form I-131. If an individual files Form I-131 on or after October 11, 2024, they must use the 06/17/24 edition of Form I-131.
If an individual files Form I-131 on paper by mail, please note that:
USCIS will accept an 04/01/24 edition of Form I-131 that is postmarked before 10/11/24. USCIS will not accept an 04/01/24 edition of Form I-131 that is postmarked on or after 10/11/24.
For more guidance on Form I-131, visit the USCIS form page.
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