Risks of Traveling Without a Travel Permit: What You Need to Know

If you have an immigration case pending, leaving the United States without an approved travel permit can create many problems for your case and your future in the country. We understand that many people want to travel to see their loved ones or handle emergencies, but it’s essential to understand the risks before making a decision.

What Is a Travel Permit?

A travel permit, or Advance Parole, is an official document that allows you to leave the United States and return without jeopardizing your immigration case. However, traveling without this permit can expose you to serious problems.

Risks of Traveling Without a Permit

1. Your Case Could Be Closed

If you leave the country without a travel permit, the government may assume you abandoned your case. This could result in the case being closed and losing your chance to continue your legal process in the United States.

2. You May Be Denied Reentry

Traveling without permission may lead to a reentry ban. This means you might not be allowed back into the United States for several years, especially if you have a history of unlawful presence or crossed the border without authorization.

3. Problems at the Border

Even if you manage to return, border officials may deny you entry if they find issues with your case or if you lack valid authorization.

4. Delays in Your Case

Traveling without permission can also cause delays or complications in your case. For instance, if USCIS requests additional documents or schedules an appointment while you’re outside the country, you might not respond in time, which could affect your process.

How Can Abogada Julia Help You?

At Abogada Julia, we assist our clients in avoiding these issues. If you’re considering travel, we can:

• Review Your Case: We’ll inform you if you can request a travel permit based on your situation.
• Submit Your Request: If we determine you are eligible to request a travel permit, we’ll prepare and file your travel permit correctly to avoid errors.
• Explain the Risks: We’ll help you understand how travel might impact your case.
• Answer Your Questions: If you have concerns or an emergency, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Our Recommendation

Abogada Julia always recommends not traveling without an approved travel permit. We understand how difficult it can be to stay away from family, but traveling without authorization could jeopardize your future in the United States.