Carrier Documentation
We simplify the complex I-131A application and interview prep so you can focus on your journey.
What is this Service?
The I-131A is the application used by lawful permanent residents and conditional permanent residents to request a travel document (carrier documentation) that allows them to board a plane back to the United States when they do not have a valid Green Card or valid re-entry permit.
- Application for Travel Document (Carrier Documentation)
- Practical application guidance
- Secure online form preparation
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify if you are outside the United States and need a boarding document to return. Our platform helps you prove these requirements with precision.
- Lawful permanent residents
- Conditional permanent residents abroad
- Individuals with a lost, stolen, or expired Green Card while traveling
Application Process
From checking your eligibility to final submission, we guide you through every milestone of your naturalization process.
Eligibility Requirements
Returning Resident Status
Show that your trip abroad was temporary and that you did not intend to abandon your permanent resident status.
Valid Underlying Status
Hold lawful permanent or conditional permanent resident status at the time of filing.
Supporting Documents
Provide evidence of your identity and permanent resident status.
Filing Location
Submit your application to the U.S. embassy or consulate with jurisdiction over your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should file Form I-131A?
Lawful permanent residents or conditional permanent residents abroad who need a document to board a carrier back to the United States.
Is Form I-131A the same as a re-entry permit?
No. A re-entry permit is applied for on Form I-131 before you depart the United States; Form I-131A is filed from abroad when you need boarding documentation.
Where do I file Form I-131A?
Filing is generally done with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
Can extended time abroad affect my case?
Yes. Lengthy absences may raise questions about whether you abandoned your permanent resident status.