USCIS Form I-131 – Travel Document Application (Fillable PDF)

Form I-131, Application for Travel Document is the official United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) form used to request a re‑entry permit, refugee travel document, or advance parole. Whether you are a permanent resident planning to travel abroad for an extended period, a refugee needing a travel document, or a temporary protected status holder applying for advance parole, the I-131 is your gateway to legal re‑entry.

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What Is Form I-131 and Who Needs It?

The I-131 is used for three main travel‑document purposes:

• Re‑entry Permit – for lawful permanent residents who will be outside the U.S. for more than one year.
• Refugee or Asylee Travel Document – for individuals granted refugee or asylum status who need to travel abroad.
• Advance Parole – for those with pending adjustment of status or other immigration benefits who need temporary travel permission.

Key Sections of the I-131 Application

Understanding the layout helps you avoid errors:

1. Part 1 – Information About You: Personal details, immigration status, and address.
2. Part 2 – Application Type: Choose the correct box for re‑entry permit, refugee travel document, or advance parole.
3. Part 3 – Processing Information: Fee payment, signature, and date.
4. Part 4 – Additional Information: Travel itinerary, reasons for travel, and supporting documents.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Completing I-131

• Leaving any required field blank – USCIS will reject an incomplete form.
• Using an outdated version – always use the latest PDF from the USCIS website (linked below).
• Incorrect fee amount or payment method – double‑check the current filing fee on the USCIS fee schedule.
• Signing the form in a different color ink – electronic signatures via Formize are accepted and eliminate this issue.

How to Submit Your Completed Form

After you finish filling out the I-131 with Formize:

1. Save the PDF to your computer or cloud storage.
2. Print the form (if a physical signature is required) or keep the electronic signature.
3. Mail the form, fee, and required supporting documents to the USCIS address listed in the Instructions for Form I-131.

Need the official PDF? Download Form I-131 (PDF) directly from USCIS.