User Question: Hello, I have been on pending asylum for about 2 years now. I want to apply for a travel document to visit my mom, who also fled our home country to the UK. Will re-entry be a problem?

Expert Answer: Traveling while your asylum case is pending carries risks. You must apply for and receive Advance Parole (Form I-131) before leaving the U.S., but even with it, re-entry is not guaranteed. CBP officers have discretion to deny entry, and USCIS may view your travel as abandoning your asylum claim, especially if they believe you no longer fear persecution. While visiting the UK may not directly affect your case, any international travel can raise concerns. Before making travel plans, consult an immigration attorney to evaluate potential risks.