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When do I-94 dependents need to file for extension?

When do I-94 dependents need to file for extension?

However, once the dependents are in the United States, the procedure changes. The status of the dependents then depends on the expiration date on each individual’s I-94 card. Requests for extension of status prior to the I-94 expiration date must be filed for each dependent.

What happens if you don’t receive a physical I-94?

For example, just because you did not receive a physical I-94 at the border entry point, doesn’t mean you do not have one. In the past, immigration officers at the port of entry recorded either a date or “D/S” (duration of status) on I-94 cards.

Which is the departure date stamped on the Form I-94?

The visitor must exit the U.S. on or before the departure date stamped on the Form I-94. This is the “Admit Until Date” on the electronic Form I-94. The Form I-94 number also is known as the Departure Number or Admission Record Number.

Is the I-94 still issued at land crossings?

The I-94 is still issued manually at land crossings and is also issued manually when you file for an extended stay with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If your I-94 has a date, then you can stay in the U.S. until that date.

When to file I-94 after visa overstay?

The date on your relative’s Form I-94 is the last day he or she is permitted to remain in the U.S., and it may not be valid for as long as the visa is valid. Your relative must depart the U.S. by the date on the Form I-94, or he/she will have overstayed the visa.

What do you need to know about the I-94 form?

The I-94 travel record, formally known as the Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, is a paper or electronic document issued by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officer to foreign visitors entering the United States. The I-94 — sometimes incorrectly called a “1-94” form — is used to keep track of non-citizens entering and leaving

How much does it cost to get provisional I-94?

Applying for a provisional I-94 costs $6, but can streamline the arrival process and minimize the time you spend waiting in line at the border. Obtaining a copy of your I-94 travel record is also free if you entered the United States after April 2013.

Where can I get a copy of my I-94 card?

It’s worth keeping a hard copy of your I-94 travel record in a safe place. To download or print out a copy of your I-94 card, simply log onto the CBP’s I-94 website and follow the on-screen instructions. Boundless can help you keep track of all the government forms and supporting documents you need as you seek a green card or citizenship.