What is Humanitarian Parole (HP)?

Humanitarian Parole allows individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to enter the U.S. for a limited period due to urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefits. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) authorized parole if they conclude that:

• There are urgent humanitarian reasons.
• There are significant public benefit reasons if the beneficiary come to the U.S.; and
• The beneficiary merits a favorable exercise of discretion.

Key Terminology for U.S. Immigration Parole Applications

• Petitioner: This refers to the person who completes Form I-131, Application for Travel Document , on behalf of someone outside the United States seeking parole or re-parole. The term "self-petitioner" is used when an individual files Form I-131 for themselves.
• Beneficiary: The beneficiary is the individual residing outside the United States who is the recipient of the parole application. This term is essential in identifying who will benefit from the parole once it is granted.
• Financial Supporter: A financial supporter is someone who commits to providing financial backing for the parole beneficiary. They must file Form I-134, Declaration of Financial Support , to show they have adequate resources to support the beneficiary during their stay in the U.S.
• Parolee: A parolee is an individual who has been granted permission to enter the United States under parole. This status allows them to stay temporarily for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit.

Eligibility for Humanitarian Parole

Anyone can apply for humanitarian parole either for themselves or on behalf of another individual. This is typically done by filing Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, regardless of whether the petitioner resides in the U.S. or has a familial relationship with the beneficiary.

Application Process for Humanitarian Parole

To apply for humanitarian parole, submit the following to USCIS:

• Form I-131, Application for Travel Document
• Form I-134, Declaration of Financial Support
• All necessary evidence and supporting documents
• Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver (if applicable)

Following submission, applicants will receive a notice for biometrics, an interview (if required), and the final decision.

Required Documents for Humanitarian Parole

Applicants must provide:

• A valid government-issued ID showing the beneficiary's citizenship or residence.
• For the petitioner: A valid photo ID and evidence of U.S. citizenship or immigration status.
• For the financial supporter: Similar identification and proof of financial ability to support the beneficiary, including tax records, bank statements, or employment evidence.

Timeline for Humanitarian Parole Applications

The processing time for humanitarian parole varies significantly based on individual cases and the current workload at USCIS.

Duration and Extension of Humanitarian Parole in the USA

Humanitarian parole is typically granted for no more than one year. Extensions, or re-parole, can be requested by filing a new Form I-131 and supporting documents, explaining the need for additional time in the United States.

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