Last Updated on August 12, 2025 by Hend Ibrahim
Understanding travel permit fees is essential for individuals planning to travel internationally, especially when navigating visas, advance parole, and re-entry documentation. Whether you’re a green card holder, investor, expatriate, or visitor, knowing all cost components, timelines, and application guidelines is critical.
In this guide, AlphabuDhabi dives into the details of travel permit fees, including how to estimate them, their breakdown, and related processes like reentry permit processing time, paying fees online for the DS‑160 visa, securing travel documents for green card holders, the advance parole fee, and submitting your re‑entry permit application.
What Are Travel Permit Fees?
Travel permit fees refer to the official charges imposed by immigration authorities to process authorization for temporary travel outside a country while retaining legal resident status. This often includes applications like re-entry permits, advance parole, or conditional visas that allow return to the U.S. after travel.
These costs vary by document type and processing center, but typically range between $310 and $575 per application (as of 2025), depending on circumstances and urgency.
Types of Travel Permits & Associated Fees
Re-entry Permit for Permanent Residents
For U.S. green card holders who plan to travel abroad for extended periods (typically over one year), applying for a re‑entry permit is essential. The travel permit fees for a re‑entry permit include:
- USCIS application fee (currently $575)
- Biometrics fee (if applicable, usually $85)
In total, travel permit fees for a re‑entry permit may reach approximately $660.
Advance Parole (Travel Document for Green Card Holder)
Individuals with pending adjustment of status or special immigration categories may seek advance parole—a permit allowing international travel while maintaining eligibility for residence. The advance parole fee is typically:
- application fee
- biometrics, if required
Together, the travel permit fees for advance parole match those of a re‑entry permit.
Emergency Advance Parole / Humanitarian Travel
There are expedited or emergency travel documents for urgent cases like family emergencies or medical needs. These may incur rush processing charges, but the deferred nature of these travel permit fees still centers on the same official filing costs.
Re-entry Permit Processing Time and Fees
When budgeting for travel permit fees, it’s vital to consider the reentry permit processing time:
- Standard processing: 3–6 months
- Premium or expedited is not always available for these permits
- Delays can lead to extended stays or invalidating the application
Planning ahead is crucial to avoid interruption of permanent resident status.
How to Complete the Application & Pay Online
In many cases, applicants must file Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document) and support it with proper documentation. The question often arises: how do I pay my DS-160 visa fee online? Though the DS‑160 fee is for temporary visitor visas, a similar online payment system exists for travel permits:
- Create a USCIS online account
- Log in and locate the form I‑131 filing
- Upload necessary documents (passport copy, photos, green card)
- Pay the travel permit fees securely via credit/debit card
- Receive a receipt and schedule biometrics if required
Travel Document for Green Card Holders
The travel document for green card holder is essential if you’re:
- Planning to stay outside the U.S. for more than 12 months
- Maintaining USCIS residency eligibility
- Avoiding abandonment of lawful permanent resident status
Failure to secure this document before long travel may force you to re-enter through a different visa application or apply for a returning resident visa—a lengthy and uncertain process.
Advance Parole Fee: What It Covers
The advance parole fee covers:
- USCIS adjudication of travel eligibility
- Biometrics capture (if needed)
- Issuance of an I‑512C travel permit document
Be careful to use the advance parole fee only before departure; if you depart the U.S. without it, you may be considered to have abandoned your pending adjustment applications.
Budgeting for Travel Permit Fees
Whether you apply for:
- A re‑entry permit
- Advance parole
- Emergency advance parole
Each requires a base fee of $575, plus biometrics if applicable. Additional service costs may include:
- Document translation
- Attorney or PRO fees
- Postal charges or shipping of travel documents
**Always prepare for total travel permit fees in advance to avoid surprises.
Common Issues & Pitfalls
- Allowing your re‑entry permit processing time to expire while outside the U.S. can jeopardize your residency.
- Receiving a request for additional documents may delay the process.
- Filing multiple re‑entry permit applications within a short time may lead to denial for abuse of process.
- Leaving the country before obtaining advance parole could result in abandonment of application.
AlphabuDhabi’s Support for Travel Permit Services
At AlphabuDhabi, we specialize in guiding clients through all steps:
- Advising on the correct permit type (re‑entry permit vs. advance parole)
- Preparing and filing Form I‑131 accurately
- Handling USCIS payments for travel permit fees
- Scheduling biometrics appointments
- Tracking your application status online
- Providing post‑issuance guidance for travel compliance
Clients save time, reduce stress, and avoid common mistakes when securing their travel permit through AlphabuDhabi.
Our Services at Alpha Abu Dhabi
At AlphaBudhabi, we are committed to providing a wide range of services that meet the needs of individuals, entrepreneurs, startups, and large companies. Our most prominent services include:
Company Formation
- Establishing companies within Abu Dhabi and in free zones
- Preparing contracts and commercial licenses
- Providing legal and administrative consultations
Issuing visas and residency permits
- Residence visas for investors, families, and employees
- Issuing and renewing work permits
- Procedures for tourist visas and long-term residency permits
Labor Office Services
- Settling Labor Office Violations
- Updating employment contracts and amending labor status
- Issuing new work permits and renewing existing ones
Immigration and Passport Services
- Assistance in submitting citizenship or golden residency applications
- Immigration and investment consultations in the UAE and abroad
- Issuing and renewing passports for some nationalities
Communication Methods
Need help with your travel permit application or estimating travel permit fees? Reach out to AlphabuDhabi:
- Phone: +971561691648
- Email: info@alphabudhabi.com
- Website: www.alphabudhabi.com
FAQs
Can I obtain a re‑entry permit while outside the U.S.?
No. Applications must be submitted while lawfully present in the U.S.
What documents do I need to pay for travel permit fees online?
You need Form I‑131, supporting documentation, and a USCIS online account with payment method.
How long is a re‑entry permit valid?
Typically up to two years for permanent residents.
Is advance parole required for green card holders?
No, green card holders use re‑entry permits. Advance parole applies to certain non‑permanent residents.
What is the average reentry permit processing time?
3 to 6 months; longer during high volume.
Can I travel before receiving my permit?
You risk abandonment. Wait until you receive your approved travel document.
Does AlphabuDhabi help with fee estimations and tracking?
Yes, we guide you through all aspects, including cost estimates and online status monitoring.
Are there expedited options if I need to travel urgently?
Not for re‑entry permits, but humanitarian or emergency parole cases may be expedited.
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