Temporary Permission to Enter the United States for Urgent Reasons
Humanitarian parole may allow certain individuals outside the United States to request temporary permission to enter the country for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. These cases are discretionary and require strong documentation.
At Kanu & Associates, P.C., we help individuals and families prepare humanitarian parole requests with careful attention to urgency, evidence, sponsorship, and immigration strategy.
What Is Humanitarian Parole?
Humanitarian parole is not the same as a visa, green card, or permanent immigration status. It is generally a temporary permission to enter the United States for a specific reason. It may be requested in situations involving urgent medical needs, family emergencies, safety concerns, participation in legal proceedings, or other compelling circumstances.
Because parole is discretionary, the request should clearly explain why the applicant needs to enter the United States, why the situation is urgent or significantly beneficial, and what evidence supports the request.
Evidence for Humanitarian Parole
A humanitarian parole request may require:
- Detailed explanation of the emergency or humanitarian need
- Medical records, if applicable
- Death certificates or funeral documentation, if applicable
- Family relationship evidence
- Identity documents
- Financial support evidence
- Sponsor documentation
- Proof of temporary purpose
- Evidence showing why other immigration options are not practical or available
How We Can Help
Kanu & Associates, P.C. can assist with:
- Humanitarian parole strategy
- Urgency and eligibility review
- Form I-131-related guidance
- Sponsor evidence review
- Supporting document preparation
- Humanitarian explanation drafting
- Requests for Evidence or follow-up strategy
- Planning for next steps after parole, when appropriate
Speak With a Humanitarian Parole Attorney Today
If your loved one needs urgent temporary permission to enter the United States, contact Kanu & Associates, P.C. today to discuss whether humanitarian parole may be appropriate.