Travelers using advance parole documents to re-enter the United States now face a $1,000 CBP surcharge at ports of entry — a significant new cost that took effect in January 2026. The surcharge primarily affects DACA recipients and some TPS holders, though applicants with pending I-485 adjustment of status applications are generally exempt.
Who Is Affected
Subject to surcharge: DACA recipients with advance parole, certain TPS holders, and some humanitarian parolees. Generally exempt: Applicants with pending Form I-485 adjustment of status. The distinction matters — if you have both DACA and a pending I-485, the exemption typically applies.
Travel Risk Assessment
Beyond the cost, international travel on advance parole carries inherent risk in 2026. The heightened vetting environment means re-entry is not guaranteed. CBP has discretion to refer advance parole travelers for secondary inspection, and entry refusals are increasing. Consult your immigration attorney before any international trip.