Q: Dear all, Hi Can I travel outside USA with my greencard and my home country's passport? I was admitted as a refugee
Just wanna know if it's must to use 131a refugee travel documents or I can proceed with green card and passport from my home country
Thanks
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A: If you have a green card, you generally can travel outside the U.S. using your green card and the passport from your home country. However, as a refugee, there's a risk when traveling with a passport from the country of claimed persecution. If you use that passport, it may be viewed as availing yourself of the protection of the country you fled, which could jeopardize your refugee status and permanent residency. Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, is used to obtain a refugee travel document. It's recommended to use a refugee travel document instead of your home country's passport when traveling abroad. Always consult with an attorney regarding your specific situation before making travel plans.
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