Military Parole In Place
By Nimsy Garcia on June 29, 2026
Last updated on June 29, 2026
Military Parole in Place (PIP) is a discretionary immigration benefit that may allow certain undocumented family members of active-duty service members, veterans, and reservists who entered the United States without inspection to apply for a green card without leaving the country.
By granting lawful parole, PIP may remove one of the biggest legal barriers to Adjustment of Status for eligible applicants.
General Eligibility
Your family member may qualify for Military Parole in Place if you are:
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An active-duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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A member of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve.
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A military veteran (living or deceased) who served on active duty or in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve and was not dishonorably discharged.
Eligible family members generally include your:
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Spouse
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Parent
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Son
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Daughter
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Widow or widower
Other general requirements include:
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Being physically present in the United States after entering without inspection.
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Demonstrating that a grant of parole would serve urgent humanitarian reasons or a significant public benefit.
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Favorably warranting the exercise of USCIS's discretion.
IMPORTANT!
PIP is granted on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of USCIS, and approval is never guaranteed even if all eligibility criteria are met. Additionally, as of October 2025, a new $1,000 parole fee is required upon approval, mandated by federal law (H.R. 1).
The Military PIP Process
Duration
Depends on location, click here for more information
Cost
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USD $ 0, USCIS Filing Fee for Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records, for military PIP applicants
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USD $ 1,000, Immigration Parole Fee paid upon approval, not at filing
Summary of Process
Gather Documents
PIP Granted
Prepare a Cover Letter
USCIS Submission
USCIS
Review
Step 2: Adjustment of Status
Military Parole in Place is often the first step toward obtaining a green card. If approved, your eligible family member may be able to apply for permanent residency from within the United States.