The IRC can help you to petition to bring your family members to the US, apply for citizenship, green cards, work authorization, travel documents, and more. Work with a lawyer in San Jose to obtain a re-entry permit.Attorney Medya Ansari can help you secure your travel document. USCIS will issue an Advance Parole (travel permit) and Employment Authorization Document (work authorization) after the Green Card is filed. Use Form I131 Application for Travel Document. For permanent residents, the re-entry permit is valid for two years from the date of issue. If you are a permanent or conditional permanent resident who has been outside the US for one year or longer, apply for a re-entry permit before you travel. Green card holders cannot get a U.S. passport. Need assistance with a green card application? Contact us online or call (408) 560-4622!