Is a child able to travel outside of the U.S. while their adjustment of status application is in process?

Yes, a child is able to travel outside of the U.S. while their adjustment of status application is in process. However, it is important to note that there are several requirements that must be met prior to leaving, such as obtaining advance parole from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) before departing. If the child does not have advance parole from the USCIS, there is a risk that they will not be allowed to re-enter the U.S. upon their return. In addition to obtaining advance parole, children may also need to obtain any necessary travel documents, such as a valid passport, from their home country. If the child does not have a valid passport from their home country, they may need to apply for one before traveling. It is important to note that the adjustment of status application process can take several months to complete, which can cause delays in obtaining the necessary travel documents. In Washington, the child’s parent or guardian must also provide a letter of permission to travel with the child. The letter should include the purpose of the trip, a description of the child, and the contact information of the legal guardian in the U.S. It is important to note that parents or guardians should consult an immigration attorney prior to traveling outside of the U.S. with the child. If a child travels without the necessary documents or permission, they may be denied entry upon their return.

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Es importante recordar que los niños deben cumplir con todos los requisitos legales establecidos para ingresar a los Estados Unidos, independientemente de si el niño está siendo acompañado de uno de sus progenitores. La ley de inmigración de Washington establece que los menores aún necesitan una visa válida independiente de la de sus padres o tutores legales para viajar fuera de los Estados Unidos. Los niños que están en proceso de ajuste de estatus tienen la opción de solicitar una tarjeta de reingreso (Formulario I-510), que permite reingresar a los Estados Unidos mientras se les permite un estatus mientras se espera la aprobación de la solicitud. Sin embargo, para obtener una tarjeta de reingreso, el niño debe ser admitido por un oficial de inmigración de los Estados Unidos cuando abandona el país. Por lo tanto, un niño puede viajar fuera de los Estados Unidos mientras su ajuste de estatus está en curso, siempre y cuando el niño obtenga una visa y una tarjeta de reingreso antes de salir del país. El niño también debe presentar pruebas de que tiene el propósito de regresar al territorio de los Estados Unidos, como la evidencia de un trabajo o de la escuela en los Estados Unidos, cartas de recomendación, un pasaje de regreso comprado, entre otros. Sin embargo, se recomienda a los padres o tutores que consulten con un abogado de inmigración antes de que el niño salga del país.

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