Certain immigrants and intending immigrants already in the United States may need to obtain a travel document to travel outside the United States. You may also click here to download forms or request that they be mailed to you. This permission may be granted at the discretion of the District Director. You may also submit these applications in person at either office. We need this information at least 4 weeks before you intend to travel.
Issuance is limited to South Carolina residents only.
Lawful Permanent Residents who wish to remain outside the United States for more than one year, but less than two, require a Re-entry Permit. A Re-entry Permit is also issued to Lawful Permanent Residents who want to travel outside the United States, but cannot get a national passport from their country of birth. Detailed filing instructions are on the form. It allows people who are or once were refugees or asylees in the U.S. to travel outside the United States. This form should be submitted well in advance of your planned travel.