Your Essential Guide to Filing Form I-131 in the USA

If you’re looking to apply for a re-entry permit to the United States, you’ve come to the right place! This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps required to successfully download, fill out, and submit the necessary forms. Follow these instructions carefully and you’ll be on your way in no time!

Step 1: Download the Required Forms

First, head over to the USCIS website to download the following forms:

• I-131: Application for Travel Document
• G-1145: Notification of Electronic Application/ Petition Acceptance (for SMS updates)
• G-1450: Authorization for Credit Card Transactions (if you plan to pay by credit card)

Step 2: Fill Out the Forms

Once you’ve downloaded the forms, it’s time to get them filled out. While you can fill them out on your computer or print them out for handwritten responses, printing is often recommended to avoid any potential misunderstandings.

• For Part 2 of the I-131 form, simply fill in the address as specified in the instructions.
• Ensure that you write a local U.S. phone number on the G-1145 form.
• If this is your first time applying for a re-entry permit, you can choose ‘1’ for less than six months in Part 5, #1.
• Additionally, your A-number (found at the top right corner of your immigrant visa) is essential for this process.
• If you haven’t yet received your Green Card, use the first page of your passport (information page) along with the immigrant visa page and the stamped pages as a substitute.

Step 3: Payment Process

The fee for each applicant is $630. To handle your payment securely, purchase a money order for the exact amount. Each applicant should have their own money order, with the A-number noted on it (the same applies for checks).

Step 4: Mailing Your Application

After you have completed the forms and prepared your payment, it’s time to mail everything. Here are some tips for a successful submission:

• Choose the USCIS office that corresponds to your residence for mailing your application.
• Place each applicant’s documents into separate envelopes, then consolidate these into a larger envelope for mailing. Importantly, do not seal the smaller envelopes.
• When assembling your documents, place the G-1145 at the top, followed by the money order (G-1450), and lastly, the I-131 application form.

Need Help?

If you have any questions or need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out! The process can be daunting, but you’re not alone. Let’s make your application a smooth experience together! 😃 #ReentryPermit #I131

We hope this guide simplifies the process for you. Best of luck with your application!