The Form I-94 is the Arrival/Departure Record issued to foreign visitors by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) upon entry to the United States. It acts as an official permit of stay, documenting your lawful admission, visa class, and the date by which you must depart. Here are the key aspects of the I-94 form:
Access & Purpose: You can look up your most recent I-94 travel history (back to 1983) and print a copy for your records on the official CBP I-94 website.
Validity: The form specifies the duration you are allowed to remain in the U.S.. It is crucial for proving legal status when applying for a Social Security number, driver’s license, or adjusting status.
Electronic System: Upon arrival, a CBP officer stamps your passport and creates an electronic record.
Error Correction: If there is an error on your I-94 regarding the departure date or class of admission, you may need to visit a CBP Deferred Inspection Site to correct it.
It is highly recommended to print your I-94 after each entry into the United States, as the online record may become unavailable after you depart.
If you are trying to access, check, or correct your I-94, I can help you find: The link to retrieve your record How to request a correction for a wrong date What to do if you lost your paper I-94