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Form I-941: Application for Entrepreneur Parole
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-941 is the Application for Entrepreneur Parole, filed by entrepreneurs not currently in the United States on a parole grant to request an initial parole. Parole may be granted for up to 5 years total (initial period up to 30 months).
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USCIS Form I-941 - Application for Entrepreneur Parole
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-941 is the Application for Entrepreneur Parole, filed by entrepreneurs not currently in the United States on a parole grant to request an initial parole. Parole may be granted for up to 5 years total (initial period up to 30 months).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Missing a required biometric appointment can cause denial of the parole request.
- 2Failing to sign and date the application.
- 3Using a stamped or typewritten name instead of a handwritten signature.
- 4Omitting the translator’s signature, printed name, date, or contact information.
- 5Not providing a USCIS Online Account Number when you have an IOE receipt number.
Plain English
Form I-941 lets an entrepreneur who is outside the United States request permission to enter the country on parole. If USCIS approves, you can go to a U.S. airport, seaport, or land border and ask Customs and Border Protection for entry. You may have to attend a biometric appointment. The form must be signed and dated before submission.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when an entrepreneur is requesting an initial parole, a re‑parole, or filing an amendment to report a material change.
- Do not use it when the request is not for entrepreneur parole (e.g., other visa categories).
- Check Form G-1055 instead when you need to determine the filing fee.
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Requesting initial entrepreneur parole
Required to request the parole benefit
✓ Verify you have the correct edition
Determining the filing fee for entrepreneur parole
Provides the current fee amount and payment instructions
✓ Confirm the fee matches the schedule
Filing a material change amendment to an existing parole
Used to notify USCIS of a material change
✓ Ensure the amendment details are complete
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Evidence for Initial Entrepreneur Parole
Tax and payroll records, I-9 records, audited financial statements · Employer payroll system or tax filings
Translator certification (if needed)
Translator’s signature, printed name, date, contact information · Translator’s statement
Biometric services oath
Signed oath at appointment · Appointment notice
Fee payment
Proof of fee payment as per Form G-1055 · Receipt or money order
Applicant’s personal data (height, weight)
Height in feet/inches, weight in pounds · Applicant’s self‑report
Before you submit
- 1Confirm the USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) is entered correctly if you have one.
- 2Enter all required personal data fields (sex, height, weight, eye color, hair color).
- 3Attach all required evidence for initial parole or re‑parole.
- 4Include the translator certification if a translation was required.
- 5Attach proof of fee payment according to Form G-1055.
- 6Verify the filing address on www.uscis.gov/I-941 before mailing.
- 7Sign the certification section and have the translator sign if applicable.
- 8Retain a copy of the completed Form I-941 and all attachments.
- 9Check that any required biometric services appointment notice is addressed.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form I-941 with accurate information and required signatures.
- 2Gather all supporting evidence and fee receipt as outlined in the instructions.
- 3Mail the form, evidence, and fee receipt to the address listed on the USCIS I-941 website.
- 4Keep a complete copy of the submitted package for your records.
- 5Monitor for a biometric services appointment notice from USCIS.
- 6Attend the biometric appointment and sign the oath if required.
- 7Receive the USCIS decision notice confirming parole approval or denial.
Known limitations
- 1Do not mail the completed Form I-941 to the Office of Policy and Strategy address (5900 Capitol Gateway Drive).
- 2Do not submit a change‑of‑address request to the USCIS Lockbox.
- 3Do not skip attending a biometric services appointment if one is scheduled, as USCIS may deny the application.
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name.
MM/DD/YYYY.
Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.
Details
1 items
The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents supporting this application.
Signatures
2 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
MM/DD/YYYY.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The instructions are dated 01/20/25 and the draft cover shows 02/18/2025; the USCIS website (www.uscis.gov/I-941) is referenced for the most current filing address.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the instructions are dated 01/20/25 (draft cover shows 02/18/2025).
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source — see www.uscis.gov/I-941 for current address
- Signature — Must be signed by the applicant and, if a translator is used, the translator must also sign
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After you file
- 1Store the copy of the filed Form I-941 and receipt in a safe place for at least five years.
- 2Monitor your USCIS online account for status updates and biometric appointment notices.
- 3If a biometric appointment is scheduled, attend and sign the required oath.
- 4Expect a parole approval or denial notice within the processing time indicated on the USCIS website.
- 5If you receive a denial, review the reasons and consider filing an amended application if appropriate.
- 6Correct any filing errors by submitting an amended Form I-941 with updated information.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — purpose of Form I-941 is for initial parole, re‑parole, or amendment.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — fee information is on Form G-1055.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — biometric services appointment may be required and denial possible if missed.
- SRCInstructions p.3 — total parole period may not exceed 5 years (initial up to 30 months, re‑parole up to 30 months).
- SRCInstructions p.3 — OAN only if receipt number begins with IOE; otherwise none.
- SRCInstructions p.10 — filing address is on www.uscis.gov/I-941; do not submit change of address to Lockbox.
- SRCInstructions p.12 — do not mail completed Form I-941 to the Office of Policy and Strategy address.
Common confusion points
Do I need an OAN?
The OAN is only provided if you previously filed a form with a receipt number beginning with IOE.
→ Verify your receipt number; if it does not begin with IOE, leave the OAN field blank.
How long can parole be granted?
The total parole period cannot exceed 5 years (up to 30 months initially and up to 30 months for re‑parole).
→ Check the parole period limits in the instructions.
What fee must I pay?
The fee schedule is on Form G-1055, which the instructions reference for all fee information.
→ Review Form G-1055 to confirm the correct amount.
Where do I mail the application?
The instructions direct filers to the USCIS website for the most current filing address.
→ Visit www.uscis.gov/I-941 before sending.
Do I have to enter my weight in pounds?
The instructions state weight must be entered in pounds, not kilograms.
→ Enter weight using the pound format; use “000” if unknown.
What happens if I miss my biometric appointment?
USCIS may deny the application if the biometric appointment is not attended.
→ Attend the appointment or contact USCIS promptly if you cannot.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-941
What is USCIS Form I-941 used for?
Form I-941 lets an entrepreneur who is outside the United States request permission to enter the country on parole. If USCIS approves, you can go to a U.S. airport, seaport, or land border and ask Customs and Border Protection for entry. You may have to attend a biometric appointment. The form must be signed and dated before submission.
Who must file USCIS Form I-941?
Entrepreneurs requesting parole who are not currently in the United States based on a grant of parole must file USCIS Form I-941.
What information does USCIS Form I-941 require?
The form collects personal data such as the USCIS Online Account Number and sex in Part 1, physical attributes in Part 4, contact information and certification in Part 7, interpreter details in Part 8, and preparer information in Part 9.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-941?
Visit www.uscis.gov/I-941 for the most current information about where to file this application.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-941?
Complete Part 1 with your online account number and personal details, then fill Part 4 with height, weight, eye and hair color. Provide your contact information and sign Part 7. If you used an interpreter, have them complete and sign Part 8. If someone else prepared the form, have them sign Part 9. Sign and date the entire form before sending it to the filing address listed on the USCIS website.
What happens if USCIS Form I-941 is filed incorrectly?
If you do not attend a required biometric services appointment, USCIS may deny your application.
Do I need an OAN?
The OAN is only provided if you previously filed a form with a receipt number beginning with IOE. Verify your receipt number; if it does not begin with IOE, leave the OAN field blank.
How long can parole be granted?
The total parole period cannot exceed 5 years (up to 30 months initially and up to 30 months for re‑parole). Check the parole period limits in the instructions.
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