is the Ap necessary if am not traveling ?

[LINGIWE 1]

hi VJ family, is the AP necessary if am not going to travel anytime soon? or is it a must to have AP?

thanks

[Kathryn41 3,205]

It is totally voluntary whether or not to get the AP. You don't have any travel plans now, however, what happens if there is a family emergency back home? The AP costs nothing additional to the AOS so why not apply? Think of it like insurance - you may never need it, but if you do you're glad you have it.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

hi VJ family, is the AP necessary if am not going to travel anytime soon? or is it a must to have AP?

thanks

It is optional, but free if you apply at the time of AOS. My opinion? Why not?

[Reba 2]

I'll third that sentiment and say it's free ONLY IF you apply for AP WITH the AOS package, so why not just fill out one extra piece of paper?

[JERIII 8]

I'll third that sentiment and say it's free ONLY IF you apply for AP WITH the AOS package, so why not just fill out one extra piece of paper?

It's free either at the time of filing or after you have received the NOA for the filing of the AOS:

NOTE: If you filed a Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, as of July 30, 2007,no fee is required to also file a request for advance parole on Form I-131. You may file the I-131 concurrently with your I-485, or

you may submit the I-131 at a later date

. If you file Form I-131 separately, you must also submit a copy of your Form I-797C, Notice of Action, receipt as evidence of the filing of an I-485 as of July 30, 2007.

(from the instructions)

but that's a minor point, I agree with everybody, fill out the form in case there is an emergency, etc.

[Linkin 0]

EAD and AP are free with AOS. Spending $1010, and yet dont wanna get extra piece of paper. Its no wise. Go for it

AOS costs $1010 (EAD and AP covered if applying for them).

Best fo Luck!

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

hi VJ family, is the AP necessary if am not going to travel anytime soon? or is it a must to have AP?

thanks

It is optional. It is also a simple one page form. It is also free when filing the AOS. Why not?

hi VJ family, is the AP necessary if am not going to travel anytime soon? or is it a must to have AP?

thanks

It is optional. It is also a simple one page form. It is also free when filing the AOS. Why not?

sorry double post

[msu17 0]

I'll go one step farther and say it's just stupid not to get it. It is the shortest of all the forms and insures you can leave hassle free for any crazy reason that may pop up.