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applying for reentry permit

Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2011 1:16 pm
by ppr1979
wanted to get some information on when I should be applying for reentry permit.

My situation:
we are planning R2I end of May/early June.

Question:
Should I file for reentry permit before I leave ?
Should I file and *WAIT* till the reentry permit is approved before leaving the country ?
Can I file for reentry permit after leaving the country ?
How long does it take for reentry permit to be approved ?

Appreciate the help.

applying for reentry permit

Posted: Mon Apr 11, 2011 3:41 pm
by OffWeGo
You must apply while you are in the US and you also need to be there for fingerprinting. Fingerprinting appointment usually comes within 2-3 months of application. After that you can leave and the REP will be sent to the address specified by you.

applying for reentry permit

Posted: Sat May 07, 2011 12:37 am
by R2IformRI
I am also planning to apply for the Re-Entry Permit.

Just wanted to confirm that this done through "I-131, Application for Travel Document" ?

Is there a sample form filled out anywhere available?

applying for reentry permit

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 3:41 am
by newlifeinindia
How long does it take for the entire reentry application to permit-on-hand process? Please help!

applying for reentry permit

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 12:38 pm
by rajkiri
I Would say a Minimum of 3 weeks to Maximum of 3 months depending on the State and the city from where you will be filing.

applying for reentry permit

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 4:09 pm
by newlifeinindia
Thank you Rajkiri