What occurs if an alien is granted Advance Parole?

When an alien is granted Advance Parole, it specifically means they are permitted to travel outside the United States and return without losing their application for a status adjustment or other immigration benefits. However, this does not ensure their automatic admission upon return. Instead, it indicates that when the individual returns, they may be paroled into the United States by Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Parole does not equate to a visa; it allows CBP to permit entry to the individual at the port of entry but does not guarantee it. The final decision rests with the CBP officer who reviews the circumstances of each case upon re-entry. This is important as it highlights that Advance Parole facilitates re-entry but does not assure it.

The other responses do not accurately reflect the nature of Advance Parole. While some may imply guarantees or absolutes, they overlook the discretionary aspect inherent in how CBP operates regarding paroled entries.