What is Military Parole in Place?

Military Parole in Place (PIP) is a discretionary program that allows certain undocumented family members of U.S. military personnel to apply for temporary lawful status in the United States. This helps alleviate stress and hardship on military families by providing a pathway to legal residency.

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be a spouse, parent, child, or immediate family member of an active-duty U.S. Armed Forces member, reservist, or veteran.
• The applicant must be physically present in the United States.
• Proof of the qualifying family relationship must be provided, such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, or other relevant documentation.
• Evidence of the family member’s military service, such as military orders, deployment papers, or DD-214.
• Proof of identity and nationality, such as a passport or birth certificate.
• Applicants must demonstrate that their presence in the U.S. will not be contrary to public interest.

USCIS Filing Fee and Processing Time

Filing Fee: There is no filing fee for the Military Parole in Place application.

Processing Time: Approximately 6-12 months, depending on case complexity and USCIS workload.

Who Qualifies for PIP?

Qualifying applicants include the undocumented spouses, parents, and children of:

• Active-duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve
• Veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces or Selected Reserve

Benefits of Military Parole in Place

Military Parole in Place provides several benefits to undocumented immigrants, including:

• Temporary lawful status in the U.S. without leaving the country
• Authorization to apply for employment in the U.S.
• Protection from deportation during the parole period
• Potential pathway to lawful permanent residency (green card) if other eligibility criteria are met