УДО на месте (PIP) 2026: семьи военнослужащих, MSPII и как подать заявление

Parole in Place (PIP) is one of the most consequential — and frequently misunderstood — forms of immigration relief in current US law. It addresses a specific and frustrating gap in the immigration system: the rule that prevents people who entered the United States without inspection (crossing without authorization, or “EWI” entry) from adjusting status to permanent resident inside the US, even when they are married to a US citizen.

Under normal rules, a person who entered without inspection must leave the United States and attend an immigrant visa interview at a US Embassy abroad. But if they have been present unlawfully for more than 180 days, leaving triggers a 3 or 10-year bar to re-entry. PIP resolves this by granting a parole status — deemed as if the person had been properly inspected and admitted — allowing them to adjust status inside the US without departing and without triggering the bar.

This guide covers both the long-standing Military Parole in Place program and the 2024 MSPII (Keeping Families Together / Spouse Parole in Place) program, including current legal status in 2026 and how to approach each program.

The Core Problem PIP Solves

To understand why PIP matters, you need to understand the adjustment of status rule. Under INA § 245(a), to file Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) inside the United States, an applicant must have been “inspected and admitted or paroled” — meaning they must have entered the US lawfully through a port of entry. People who entered without inspection (EWI) do not meet this requirement and cannot directly adjust status inside the US, even if they are immediately eligible for a green card through marriage to a US citizen.

Their alternative — leaving to attend a consular interview — is itself blocked by the 3-year and 10-year unlawful presence bars triggered by 180+ days of unlawful presence. The only escape from this bind, short of a hardship waiver, is Parole in Place: USCIS grants a “parole” status retrospectively, enabling the person to then file I-485. For more on unlawful presence bars, see our visa overstay consequences guide.

Military Parole in Place (Military PIP)

Military Parole in Place has been USCIS policy since 2007 and was formally codified in the USCIS Policy Manual (Volume 9, Part B, Chapter 3). It is the most established and legally stable form of PIP. Military PIP is available to:

• Spouses of active-duty US military members, members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve, or individuals who previously served on active duty or in the Selected Reserve and were not dishonorably discharged
• Children of the above (including stepchildren and adopted children who meet the legal definition)
• Родители of the above

Military PIP Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Military PIP, the applicant must:

• Have entered the United States without inspection (entered without authorization)
• Be an immediate family member (spouse, child, or parent) of a qualifying military service member
• Not be subject to certain bars (felony convictions, national security concerns, recent arrival without authorization)
• Merit a favorable exercise of discretion

Military PIP applicants file Form I-131 (Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records) with USCIS. Filing fee: $630 (or fee waiver available). Supporting documents include evidence of the service member’s status, evidence of the family relationship, and the applicant’s immigration history.

After Military PIP Approval

Once USCIS grants Military PIP, the family member has been “paroled” and now meets the INA § 245(a) “inspected and admitted or paroled” requirement. They can then file Form I-485 to adjust status to lawful permanent resident, typically concurrently with or shortly after receiving PIP. The family member also qualifies for work and travel authorization during the adjustment period. See our Advance Parole guide for related travel document requirements during the I-485 period.

MSPII: Keeping Families Together Program (2024)

In June 2024, the Biden administration announced a major expansion of Parole in Place through the “Keeping Families Together” program, formally known as the Military Spouse and Parent In-Place Initiative (MSPII) or “Spouse PIP.” This program aimed to provide PIP relief to a much broader population: long-term undocumented spouses of US citizens who did not have the military connection required for Military PIP.

MSPII Eligibility Criteria (Original 2024 Program)

The original MSPII program required:

• The applicant must be the spouse of a US citizen as of June 17, 2024
• The applicant must have been continuously present in the United States since June 17, 2014 (10 years of continuous presence)
• The applicant must have no lawful immigration status as of June 17, 2024
• The applicant must not have been convicted of certain disqualifying crimes
• DHS estimates approximately 500,000 individuals were potentially eligible

MSPII Legal Status in 2026

The MSPII program has faced significant legal challenges. Federal courts in several jurisdictions issued rulings on the program in late 2024 and 2025. As of 2026, the legal status of MSPII is subject to ongoing litigation, and the program’s availability varies by jurisdiction. Key developments:

• Some courts have issued injunctions blocking MSPII implementation in certain states
• USCIS has processed some applications where courts allowed the program to proceed
• The program’s long-term fate depends on ongoing federal court proceedings and the current administration’s policy positions

If you believe you may qualify for MSPII: Do not attempt to file on your own based on outdated information. Consult an immigration attorney for the most current guidance on the program’s status in your jurisdiction before taking any action. Filing under a program that has been enjoined in your jurisdiction could have unintended consequences.

Other Forms of Parole in Place

Beyond Military PIP and MSPII, USCIS has authority under INA § 212(d)(5) to grant parole on a case-by-case basis for “urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit.” Immigration attorneys have successfully obtained PIP for clients in unique circumstances, though these requests require strong compelling factors and are not routinely granted. Examples include:

• Individuals with serious medical conditions requiring ongoing US-based treatment
• Individuals who are critical witnesses in criminal prosecutions
• Cases with extreme humanitarian circumstances that do not fit other categories

PIP vs. Other Relief Options

For undocumented individuals who are not military family members and do not qualify for MSPII, alternative options include:

• I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver: For immediate relatives of USCs who must leave for a consular interview, the I-601A waiver is filed before departure to pre-approve the unlawful presence bar waiver. See our I-601A guide.
• VAWA self-petition: For abuse victims who are spouses or children of USCs or LPRs — VAWA self-petitioners may have a separate basis for adjusting status that addresses the EWI issue differently. See our VAWA guide.
• U visa: Crime victims may file for U nonimmigrant status, which after 3 years can lead to adjustment. See our U Visa guide.
• Cancellation of removal: For those in deportation proceedings with 10+ years of physical presence and a qualifying relative who would suffer exceptional hardship. See our Deportation Defense guide.