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Form I-941: Application for Entrepreneur Parole
USCIS Form I-941 is the Application for Entrepreneur Parole, which entrepreneurs file to request parole status. An initial period of up to 30 months may be granted upon approval.
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USCIS Form I-941 - Application for Entrepreneur Parole
USCIS Form I-941 is the Application for Entrepreneur Parole, which entrepreneurs file to request parole status. An initial period of up to 30 months may be granted upon approval.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit your completed Form I-941 to the USCIS Lockbox; use the designated filing method.
- 2Filing without separate applications if multiple entrepreneurs are using one start-up entity.
- 3Not including a translator’s signature, printed name, or contact info in Part 8 (if applicable).
- 4Entering height in meters or centimeters instead of feet and inches on Part 1.
- 5Providing weight in kilograms instead of pounds on Part 1.
Plain English
This form allows someone starting a business in the U.S. to formally ask for 'entrepreneur parole,' which grants them temporary permission to stay and work. Once approved, they can request entry at a port of entry after arriving from outside the United States.
Submission Date
- Filing date: If an applicant is not a U.S. citizen, they must notify USCIS of their new address within 10 days of moving from their previous residence.
- 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 making an initial request for parole based upon significant public benefit, or a subsequent request for an additional period of parole.
- Do not use it when notifying USCIS of a material change unless you are already granted entrepreneur parole (in which case you submit it as an amended application).
- Check Form G-1055 instead when finding information regarding filing fees.
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Use this form or another form?
Requesting initial parole
This form covers the initial request for parole based on public benefit.
✓ Check if the purpose matches 'initial request' vs. 'subsequent/amended'.
Filing a change of address (if non-U.S. citizen)
You must notify USCIS within 10 days of moving, and this form can be used to submit that notice.
✓ Check the required 10-day window.
Form I-941 (or separate notification)
Reporting major business change after approval
This is necessary if a material change occurs after parole has been granted to avoid termination.
✓ Review the list of 8 specific changes.
Form I-941 (as amended application)
Deadline or filing window
If an initial parole is granted, it lasts for up to 30 months. One successive period of re-parole can be requested for up to another 30 months from the expiration date of the initial parole period.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Job Creation Requirement
Tax and/or payroll records, I-9 records, or audited financial statements · Evidence for Initial Entrepreneur Parole / Re-Parole sections
Qualified Government Award/Grant
Records showing the award or grant status · Section 7 (Instructions p.10)
Material Change Notification
Documentation detailing the specific change (e.g., sale, bankruptcy filing). · Reporting a Material Change section (Instructions p.10)
Biometric Verification
Fingerprints, photograph, and/or signature · USCIS interview requirement (Instructions p.2)
Translator Certification (if needed)
Translator’s signature, printed name, date, and contact information. · Translation requirements (Instructions p.2)
Before you submit
- 1Ensure your application is properly signed by you or your signing authority.
- 2Verify that any photocopied/scanned signatures are of an original handwritten document.
- 3Submit all evidence listed in the Evidence sections of the Instructions.
- 4Confirm the fee amount matches the current schedule on Form G-1055.
- 5If reporting a change, ensure it falls under one of the 8 specified material changes (e.g., sale or bankruptcy).
- 6If you are not a U.S. citizen and have moved, confirm this submission is within 10 days of moving.
- 7Include the required translator's signature/contact information if documents are translated.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of USCIS Form I-941 using ink.
- 2Gather all required evidence supporting your initial request or change (per Instructions).
- 3Sign the application, ensuring the signature is handwritten and valid.
- 4Submit the form along with the appropriate filing fee as detailed in Form G-1055.
- 5Mail or submit to USCIS according to the current location listed at www.uscis.gov/I-941 for proof of mailing.
Known limitations
- 1The total entrepreneur parole granted cannot exceed 5 years.
- 2An initial request for parole is for a period of up to 30 months from the date of initial parole.
- 3A subsequent re-parole request can be for an additional period of up to 30 months following the expiration of the initial parole period.
- 4If biometrics are required, and the applicant does not attend the appointment, USCIS may deny the Form I-941 application.
- 5The form is not intended for use by U.S. citizens who wish to apply for parole (though they can file it).
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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 current edition of USCIS Form I-941 is dated 02/18/2025, and the instructions are from 01/20/25; users should check www.uscis.gov/I-941 for the most current filing information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 02/18/2025.
- Fee — consult Form G-1055 for all filing fee information.
- Mailing address — check www.uscis.gov/I-941 for current location details.
- Signature — ensure it is a handwritten ink signature, not typed or stamped.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the completed Form I-941.
- 2If mailing the form, retain the Account Access Notice showing your USCIS Online Account Number (OAN).
- 3If an appointment is necessary, expect an appointment notice detailing the date, time, and location.
- 4If filing overseas, contact a U.S. Embassy, U.S. Consulate, or USCIS office outside the United States to schedule biometrics.
- 5Notify USCIS of any new address within 10 days if the applicant is not a U.S. citizen.
- 6Send comments regarding the burden estimate or collection of information to the specified Office of Policy and Strategy address.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Form I-941 is for entrepreneurs to make an initial request, a subsequent request, or file an amended application.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — If biometrics are required, the applicant must sign an oath affirming they provided/authorized all information and that it was true and correct at filing.
- SRCInstructions p.3 — The total parole period granted is no more than 5 years (initial up to 30 months; successive re-parole up to 30 months).
- SRCInstructions p.4 — When filling out Part 1, Item Number 6 (Hair Color), the applicant selects the box that best describes their hair color.
- SRCInstructions p.10 — If not a U.S. citizen, the address change must be notified to USCIS within 10 days of moving; do not submit it to the Lockbox.
- SRCForm p.1 — The Form I-941 is Edition 01/20/25 and has an OMB No. of 1615-0136, expiring 11/30/2027.
Common confusion points
What is my OAN if I filed online?
The Online Account Number (OAN) can be found in your account profile.
→ Check your account profile after filing.
When do I need to change my address?
If the applicant is not a U.S. citizen, notification must occur within 10 days of moving from the previous residence.
→ Verify the date of move against the submission date.
Where should I mail this form?
Visit www.uscis.gov/I-941 for current filing locations; do not send it to the OMB address listed in instructions (though that is a mailing address).
→ Confirm the specific mailing location on www.uscis.gov/I-941.
Is my OAN the same as my A-Number?
No, the OAN is not the same as an A-Number.
→ Check Item Number 6 on Form I-941 to confirm if you have one.
What must be included with a translated document?
The certification must include the translator’s signature, printed name, the signature date, and the translator’s contact information.
→ Ensure all four required elements are present on the translation certificate.
Do I need an OAN if I filed by mail?
If mailed, you can find your OAN at the top of the Account Access Notice sent to you.
→ Check the physical notice received after mailing the form.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-941
What is USCIS Form I-941 used for?
This form allows someone starting a business in the U.S. to formally ask for 'entrepreneur parole,' which grants them temporary permission to stay and work. Once approved, they can request entry at a port of entry after arriving from outside the United States.
Who must file USCIS Form I-941?
An individual who is not currently in the United States based on a grant of parole must file Form I-941 to make an initial, advance request for entrepreneur parole.
What information does USCIS Form I-941 require?
The form collects personal details in Part 1 (Information About Entrepreneur), contact info in Part 7, and requires interpreter details in Part 8 if applicable. The person preparing the application signs in Part 9.
When is USCIS Form I-941 due?
If an applicant is not a U.S. citizen, they must notify USCIS of their new address within 10 days of moving from their previous residence.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-941?
The most current information on where to file Form I-941 is available at www.uscis.gov/I-941. Comments should be sent to the Office of Policy and Strategy, Regulatory Coordination Division in Camp Springs, MD.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-941?
The applicant must sign and date Part 7 of the Form I-941. If an interpreter was used, that person must complete and sign Part 8. Finally, if someone other than the applicant prepares the form, they must sign in Part 9.
What happens if USCIS Form I-941 is filed incorrectly?
If an applicant does not attend their biometric services appointment (if one is required), USCIS may deny the application. Additionally, a stamped or typewritten name instead of a signature on Form I-941 is not acceptable.
What is my OAN if I filed online?
The Online Account Number (OAN) can be found in your account profile. Check your account profile after filing.
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