On November 18, 2002, the INS issued a warning to those who are applying for adjustment of status that they might not be let back into the U.S. if they travel abroad. There is a common misconception that advance parole (the travel document issued to those who have applied for adjustment of status) provides an unconditional right to return to the U.S. The reality is that the applicant with advance parole will not be permitted to return to the U.S. if he or she is inadmissible. CLICK HERE for more information.