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Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record, Information for Completing USCIS Forms

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issues Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record , to aliens who are:

  • Admitted to the U.S.;
  • Adjusting status while in the U.S.; or
  • Extending their stay. 

All persons need a Form I-94 except U.S. citizens, returning resident aliens, aliens with immigrant visas, and most Canadian citizens visiting or in transit. Air and sea travelers will be issued I-94s during the admission process at the port of entry .

A Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer attaches Form I-94 to the nonimmigrant visitor’s passport upon entry to the U.S. 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.

As of April 30, 2013, most Arrival and/or Departure records are created electronically upon arrival.

Visit CBP’s I-94, Travel Records for U.S. Visitors website to:

  • Apply for a new I-94 (land border travelers only) ;
  • Get your most recent I-94 ;
  • View travel history ; or
  • See how much longer you can remain in the U.S. based on the terms of your admission .

If you cannot get your Form I-94 from the CBP website, you may file Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Record , with USCIS.

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Form I-94 arrival-departure record for U.S. visitors

Forms I-94 and I-94W (for nonimmigrants with a visa waiver) record the arrival and departure dates of people visiting the U.S.

Who needs an I-94 form?

Everyone entering the U.S. needs an I-94 or I-94W form except:

  • American citizens
  • Returning resident aliens
  • Non-U.S. citizens with immigrant visas
  • Most Canadian citizens who are visiting or in transit

How to apply for or see your current Form I-94

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) typically issues Form I-94 electronically. 

  • If you are traveling by air or sea, a Customs and Border Protection officer will issue you an electronic I-94 at your point of entry during the admission process. 
  • If you are traveling by land, you can apply for an I-94 in person at your point of entry. Or you can apply within 7 days before entering the U.S. through the official I-94 website or the CBP One app . When you do so, you will pay a $6 fee. 

With the CBP One app or I-94 website, you can also:

  • See your most recent I-94 form and print it, in case you need your record of legal admission to the U.S. The CBP One app also allows you to have a digital version of your I-94 on your phone.
  • Get a history of your arrivals and departures from the U.S. for the last 10 years
  • Find out how long you are legally allowed to stay in the US
  • Read frequently asked questions about the I-94

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) sends visitors email reminders about their remaining time in the U.S. In addition, it sends notifications to travelers who may have exceeded their admission period.

Departing the U.S. with Form I-94

In most cases, your departure from the U.S. will be recorded electronically, whether you are traveling by air, land, or sea.

Unusual I-94 departure situations

  • If your Form I-94 was issued to you on paper, you must give it to the airline or a CBP officer when you depart the U.S. 
  • Entry stamps in your passport
  • Transportation tickets
  • Other receipts

I-94W for travelers under the Visa Waiver Program through ESTA

Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries must have an approved and current authorization through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) to apply for their I-94W in advance. You can apply through the official I-94 website or the CBP One app .

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How to look up your Form I-94

Many immigration applications require proof of a visitor’s last entry into the United States. A few different documents can show this, one of them being Form I-94. Form I-94, which used to be issued as a paper version, is now issued primarily electronically. Sometimes, navigating how to find the I-94 can be overwhelming, but we will guide you through the process. This article will detail what an I-94 is, where to request an I-94, and what to do if your I-94 is unavailable.”

What is an I-94? 

Form I-94 is the arrival/departure record of a nonimmigrant visitor’s most recent stay in the US. This document is issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) upon arrival and is connected to the individual’s passport used for that arrival. In addition to recording a visitor’s most recent arrival, this document also designates until what date that individual is legally permitted to stay in the US. This date is called the “date of authorized stay” on Form I-94.

Form I-94 used to be provided on paper during a visitor’s entry into the US. The visitor would present the Form to US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and be issued a paper stub indicating their arrival and authorized departure record. However, to streamline this process, CBP has automated Form I-94 to include a stamp in a visitor’s travel document/passport. This stamp will show the date of arrival and the date of authorized stay (the date when a visitor must exit the US). Additionally, CBP keeps an online record of the I-94 but does not present the visitor with that record. Suppose an immigration application requests a copy of Form I-94. In that case, it is requesting a copy of the electronic record (or the paper record if the last entry was prior to the issuing of electronic records). However, for immigration purposes, applicants typically include copies of the passport stamp from their recent arrival and the electronic I-94 record.

Who receives an I-94, and what is it used for?

The DHS may issue an I-94 to the following individuals:

  • Visitors who are admitted into the US
  • Visitors who are changing their status while inside the US
  • Or visitors who are extending their stay while inside the US

Visitors may sometimes need a copy of their I-94 to verify their immigration status, alien registration, or employment authorization. Visitors who need a copy of their I-94 can request it from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) website .

The CBP website

The CBP website allows visitors to apply for a new I-94, request the I-94 from their most recent entry, and view their travel history (showing all of their most recent entries into the US). Additionally, since the I-94 records a visitor’s authorized stay, visitors can use it to see to what date they are legally allowed to remain in the US. 

How to request an I-94 using the CBP Website

Please follow these steps when requesting an I-94 from the CBP website:

  • Visit the CBP’s “ Get Most Recent I-94 ” page

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  • Accept the “Terms of Service” by reading through them and indicating whether you “Acknowledge and Agree.”

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  • Enter your traveler info: this page will request the first and last name of the visitor, their birth date, document number, and country of citizenship. Ensure that this information is entered EXACTLY as it appears on the visitor’s passport used for their most recent entry. 

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  • Then click “Next” to generate your most recent I-94. 

You can print this page if you need the I-94 to verify immigration status, alien registration, or employment authorization or to keep it for your records. 

What can I do if my I-94 record is not available?

In some cases, visitors may be unable to request their I-94 from the CBP website. The following steps may help:

  • Try verifying that your personal information was entered EXACTLY as it appears on the passport used for your most recent entry. 
  • If needing to show verification of the most recent entry, requesting the Travel History from the CBP website may help. 
  • If you cannot get Form I-94 from the CBP website, you may file Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Record , with USCIS.

What can I do if my I-94 record shows errors?

At times, the I-94 record available on the CBP website may be from a former entry (but not from the most recent entry into the US) or may have some errors on it. Here are a few options for how to proceed in these situations:

  • If the I-94 generated on the CBP website shows a previous, older entry, you may keep that I-94 record and also add an explanation explaining that the I-94 of the most recent entry was not available on the CBP website. In the explanation, provide the date of your most recent arrival in the US. In addition, you could request the CBP Travel History or add a scan of the passport stamp received as evidence of this most recent entry.
  • If the I-94 record shows any information on it that appears to be incorrect (such as the wrong date of entry or incorrect class of admission, etc.,), it may be helpful to reach out to the CBP of the airport used for your most recent entry to see if they can correct the record from their end. 

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The I-94 record serves as a log of a nonimmigrant’s most recent entry into the US. It also specifies the immigrant’s date of authorized stay. If an immigrant needs a copy of their I-94 record, they may visit the CBP website to request their I-94. If someone cannot obtain their I-94, they may also file Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Record , with USCIS.

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Missing I-94 Arrival Record - How Do I Prove Lawful Entry to the United States?

Every year thousands of people apply for a green card based on their family relationship with a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. If you want to apply from inside the United States, you must prove that you entered the country lawfully. To prove that, you normally submit a copy of your I-94 Arrivals and Departure record with your Green Card application. The I-94 officially documents all the dates when you left and came into the United States through ports of entry. But what happens if you can't find your I-94 record? This article explains how to get a copy of your missing I-94 record and discusses other ways you may be able to prove lawful entry into the United States.

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Written by Jonathan Petts .  Written May 25, 2022

How do I prove legal entry into the U.S.?

When you apply for a marriage green card , child green card , or parent green card inside the United States, also known as an "adjustment of status," you must provide some supporting documents. Along with your green card application, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) asks you to submit proof that an immigration official inspected you when you entered the United States. If you cannot provide evidence that you entered lawfully and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has no record of your lawful entry, USCIS will assume that you entered the country unlawfully. 

In most cases, you will prove that you entered the U.S. lawfully by providing a copy of your I-94 travel record. The I-94 is a document issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that inspects a foreign visitor when entering the United States through ports of entry. In addition to listing your date of entry, an I-94 record will also show your required departure date from the United States.

If you enter the United States by plane or by sea, you typically receive an electronic I-94 travel record from CBP. If you enter through a land border port of entry through Mexico, you can receive a paper I-94 record. On the other hand, if you entered the United States under ESTA or the Canadian Visa Waiver program, you would not receive an I-94 record. For more general information about the I-94 travel record, see the CBP's I-94 Fact Sheet .

What do I do if I can't find my "Form I-94"?

If you can't find your I-94 record (sometimes incorrectly called "Form I-94," an "I-94 card," or an "I-94 number"), then you're not alone. Maybe your travel documents were lost or stolen. Perhaps a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer spoke to you and then waived you through without inspecting your documents. Or maybe you came as a child on your parent's tourist visa and that document is now lost. Fortunately, there are other ways that you can prove that you entered the United States lawfully. Contact a local legal aid organization for help or read on to learn more. 

Request I-94 record from CBP

If you entered the United States after I-94 automation (April 30, 2013), you are in luck. If you received an I-94 record, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) likely entered it into their computer database. So on the CBP website , you can request a copy of your most recent I-94 , as well as your travel history from the past five years . This is a free, easy, and fast way of retrieving your I-94 record. 

Submit Form I-102 to USCIS

If you arrived in the United States before April 20, 2013, you probably received a paper I-94 record. You won't be able to find a copy of this record online on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's website. Instead, you will need to file a paper form with USCIS to request a replacement I-94. You must fill out Form I-102 (Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document) and mail it to USCIS. If USCIS has your I-94 record, you should receive a copy of it within about two and a half months. Unfortunately, filing Form I-102 is not without cost - it carries a $445 filing fee.

Submit a FOIA request

If you can't afford the expense of filing Form I-102 , you could also request a copy of your I-94 through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. In a FOIA request, you are asking the U.S. government for a copy of your immigration file. You can file a FOIA request by completing a paper form or by writing a letter to USCIS . 

But you will receive an answer faster if you apply online on the website of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Once you submit your request online, DHS will forward it to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Hopefully, CBP will find your I-94 record and return a copy of it to you. FOIA requests are typically free. Be warned though — this process takes time. You may have to wait for up to 12 months before you receive documents from the government.

What else can I do if I can't replace my missing I-94 arrival record?

If you can't find your I-94 travel record in any of these ways, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will presume that you entered the country unlawfully. So if you still want to apply for a green card, you need to provide other documents with your application:

A notarized written statement that clearly explains why you don't have your I-94 record. This statement, called an "affidavit," should describe your lawful entry to this country in as much detail as possible, including:

When, where, and how you arrived in the United States

What travel documents you had, if any,

Whether you showed any travel documents to the U.S. immigration officer who inspected you, and

Any questions the immigration officer asked you

Other evidence proving that you arrived in the United States lawfully. For example, perhaps you can show a plane ticket or boarding pass with your name on it. Or perhaps you can show your parents' passport admission stamp from the date of your arrival with them as a child.

If you don't have other evidence of your lawful arrival, you need to provide at least two affidavits from people who have first-hand knowledge of your lawful entry to the United States. For example, if you know who picked you up from the airport, perhaps they could sign an affidavit swearing that you arrived lawfully by plane. Those affidavits should contain the same level of detail as your own affidavit discussed above. 

But USCIS believes that affidavits are less convincing than concrete evidence. So you should be cautious about applying if you don't have other evidence of your lawful arrival. If you do choose to apply, you should seek legal help from a local legal aid agency or an experienced immigration lawyer .

Proving that you entered the United States lawfully is critical if you want to apply for a green card while inside the country. In most cases, the I-94 travel record is the way to prove your legal entry. If you can't find your I-94 record, you may be able to search for it on CBP's website or obtain it by filing Form I-102 or a FOIA request. If none of those options work, you can also try proving lawful entry through affidavits and other evidence such as plane tickets. 

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The new I-94 form is important for people who need an accurate record of when they enter and leave the United States by air or sea. Immigration agencies may use your I-94 information to make a determination about your standing in the United States and your eligibility for certain types of visas. Here’s what you need to know about your I-94, travel history, and how to check your information. 

What Is Form I-94?

Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record is issued by United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to keep track of non-citizens’ arrivals and departures. The purpose of Form I-94 is to keep a record of documented entry and ensure timely departure. It helps immigration authorities maintain a record of potential immigrants’ and non-immigrants’ compliance with visa laws and the verification of immigration status.

Form I-94 acts as a supporting document for most immigrant and non-immigrant visa purposes. It shows that you have a history of abiding by the law with arrival and departure dates from United States ports of entry. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions regarding Form I-94.

Who Needs Form I-94?

People who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (i.e. green card holders) will be issued Form I-94 (or an equivalent) automatically upon entering the country. Form I-94 is an important tool that immigration institutions use to track data and ensure all travel in and out of the United States is documented. Automation makes the process quick, easy, and efficient for everyone involved.

Every non-immigrant who travels to the United States will automatically receive Form I-94. The Form I-94 provides information about entry as well as the date you must depart the United States by. The Form I-94 is often used when U.S. immigration officials make decisions on applications to change, extend, or adjust status and is used as supporting evidence to prove good standing and immigration compliance. 

You will need to present your I-94 information while you’re going through the process of obtaining a green card. If you eventually decide to obtain U.S. citizenship , you won’t need travel documents anymore. You’re free to come and go as you please in accordance with the travel and visa laws of your destination countries. You only need to present your valid U.S. driver’s license or passport as proof of citizenship and travel eligibility. 

How Do You Get an I-94 Travel Record?

There are two ways to start or update an I-94 travel record. The process will be automatic for most visitors. Many people don’t even realize that United States immigration services have created and maintained the form on their behalf. If you arrive at the United States border by land transportation, the process is slightly different.

Paper I-94 Documents

Paper I-94 cards are only issued to non-citizens who arrive in the United States by land. This is most common for foreign visitors from Mexico or Canada.

If you enter the United States through a land border port of entry at the Mexican or Canadian border, you’ll be issued an I-94 card that will be attached to your passport. Border officers will give you an admission stamp on your passport. When you leave the country, you’ll show the border officer your passport with the card attached. They will manually verify your departure with your paper form.

Electronic I-94 Documents

Most people enter the United States by air. Comparatively, few non-citizens cross into the United States at a physical point of entry at the Canadian or Mexican border. If you’re arriving by plane, I-94 issuance is automatic. The United States takes care of it for you, and you’ll get a physical stamp on your passport to serve as proof that you entered the country with documentation. 

If you ever need to access your electronic I-94 travel record, you can view it through U.S. CBP online . Their online system will allow you to view your travel history and print a physical copy of your most recent I-94 if you need to present them at a meeting with immigration officials or bring them with you to a port of entry. Immigration officials will also have access to your electronic travel record.

You can also view your travel history through U.S. CBP online . This can be helpful if you are completing a petition or application that requires information about prior trips to the U.S. CBP’s website provides information about entries and departures including the date and location. 

How Much Does Form I-94 Cost?

Most forms and petitions filed with U.S. immigration institutions require some kind of filing fee. Form I-94 does not. It’s created for free automatically when you travel to the United States. The form is part of immigration’s normal bookkeeping process, and it’s a document they use for their own reference. You generally shouldn’t have to pay for an I-94 card or electronic form.

The only exception to the free cost is when you apply for a provisional I-94 online. A provisional I-94 costs $6 USD. A provisional I-94 can reduce your wait time at a U.S. land border inspection site. Wait times at the border can be lengthy, and anything you can do to simplify the process may help you get through quicker. If you already have an I-94 when you arrive, you don’t need to wait for one to be created for you.

What Is an I-94 Number?

When you’re communicating with immigration agencies, they’ll ask you for a lot of numbers. Cases are assigned numbers, and immigrants are assigned alien registration numbers. If someone asks you for your I-94 number, it’s a little more complicated to find what you need.

Each I-94 number will be a combination of 11 numbers and letters. You don’t have a single I-94 number. You’re given a number for every arrival in the United States. If you need to prove I-94 numbers for official documents or requests, you’ll likely need to provide each individual number for your arrivals. 

What Happens If You Arrive and Depart in Different Ways?

Electronic I-94 records are for arrivals by air, and paper I-94 records are for arrivals by land. So, what happens if you arrive by plane and leave by land, or vice versa? If you arrived by air and are leaving by land, you need to find a different way to prove that you left the country before your “admit until date.” 

The easiest way to obtain alternative proof of your departure is to ask Canadian or Mexican border authorities for a passport stamp when you arrive. This passport stamp serves as proof that you left the country on time by demonstrating that you were in a different country before the expiration of your visa. 

What Happens If You Lose Your I-94 Information?

If your I-94 is electronic, you can’t lose it. Border officers will create a digital version of your paper I-94 card for their records and store a copy of the information on your behalf.

Immigration agencies will always have your official I-94 record, even if you don’t have access to it. You can view your information by going to the CBP website  and providing information about yourself and passport. You shouldn’t need to have a printed physical copy of your electronic information unless an employer or an agency has specifically asked you to provide one.

For older and paper I-94s, you can request a replacement by filing Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document with USCIS. 

What Happens If Your I-94 Travel History Contains Errors?

If you find an error on your I-94 travel history, such as an incorrect arrival or departure date, you need to contact CBP to have the error fixed. Documentation like passport stamps or proof that you boarded a flight can be used to verify or correct your arrival/departure record. CBP won’t charge you a fee to correct your I-94 record if they’re responsible for the error. 

What Happens If Your Arrival or Departure Isn’t Listed on Your Form?

USCIS, CBP, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) require every visitor to the United States to enter the country with proper documentation. If you don’t have listed arrival or departure dates for your visits to the United States, you may have trouble re-entering the United States or changing your immigration status. 

You can be removed from the United States and banned from re-entering for a period of several years. Future attempts to obtain a visa may be significantly more difficult. You’ll need the help of an experienced immigration attorney if you’d like to return to the United States after an undocumented arrival. 

Do You Need Help With Your Travel History or Immigration Forms?

If you intend to come to the United States as a visitor or an immigrant, it’s important to have a valid I-94 travel record. If there are issues with your travel record or if you arrived in the United States without passing through an official port of entry, you’ll encounter obstacles returning to the United States or changing your immigration status. 

The thorough immigration legal team at Cohen, Tucker + Ades can help. Contact us for a consultation on your case. We’ll be able to advise you of the best path forward for your situation.

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WASHINGTON — When international students and visitors travel to the United States, they receive a Form I-94, "Arrival/Departure Record," at their port of entry. The Form I-94 serves as evidence that they have been lawfully admitted to the United States. International students and visitors need this record to verify alien registration and immigration status and obtain employment authorization. New this month, these individuals can access their five year travel history on the Form I-94 website .

Previously, international students and visitors could only access their most recent I-94 arrival/departure record number online, and they had to file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for previous years' information.

International students and visitors can obtain their Form I-94 record by visiting U.S. Custom and Border Protection's (CBP) Form I-94 Web page . They must agree to the terms listed on the page. From there, they will be directed to the Form I-94 information page. They must enter their name, date of birth and passport information to retrieve their Form I-94 information. The Web page gives you the option to "Get Most Recent I-94" or "Get Travel History."

If you select "Get Most Recent I-94," the Web page will display your I-94 number, most recent date of entry, class of admission and admit until date. If you select "Get Travel History," you can access your last five years of travel history on the Form I-94. Both pages are printer-friendly.

"CBP has seen a steady growth in trade and travel in recent years – including a nearly nine percent increase in non-immigrant arrivals since 2011," said CBP Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske. "We continue to work to manage these growing volumes by automating processes, going paperless, and employing mobile technology to maximize our resources and ease processing times for the traveling public."

SEVP monitors approximately one million international students pursuing academic or vocational studies (F and M visa holders) in the United States and their dependents. It also certifies schools and programs that enroll these students. The U.S. Department of State monitors exchange visitors (J visa holders) and their dependents, and oversees exchange visitor programs.

Both agencies use SEVIS to protect national security by ensuring that students, visitors and schools comply with U.S. laws. SEVP also collects and shares SEVIS information with government partners, including CBP and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, so only legitimate international students and exchange visitors gain entry into the United States.

HSI reviews potential SEVIS records for potential violations and refers cases with potential national security or public safety concerns to its field offices for further investigation. Additionally, SEVP's Analysis and Operations Center reviews student and school records for administrative compliance with federal regulations related to studying in the United States.

Learn more about SEVP at www.ICE.gov/SEVP .

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Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record

Form i-94 explained, what is form i-94, arrival/departure record.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issues Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record , to certain foreign nationals at the time of entry. They do not issue an I-94 arrival/departure record to U.S. citizens, permanent residents (green card holders), returning resident aliens (SB-1 visa holders), or most Canadian citizens visiting or in transit. USCIS may also issue a Form I-94 as part of granting a foreign national an extension of stay or change of status. All other foreign nationals should be aware of their I-94 when: 

  • Admitted to the U.S.;
  • Adjusting status while in the U.S.; or
  • Extending their stay.

The purpose of Form I-94 is to communicate the terms of a foreign national's visit to the United States. It indicates information such as admission category and the expected departure date. But it also serves as proof of a non-citizen's lawful entry to the U.S. It's an essential document when applying for many other immigration statuses.

Foreign nationals who visit the United States through the Visa Waiver Program do not get Form I-94. Instead, they receive Form I-94W (Nonimmigrant Visa Waiver Arrival/Departure Record).

How to Find Your Arrival/Departure Record

Where to get form i-94.

Most people can retrieve their I-94 arrival/departure record online from a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) website. However, CBP continues to issue paper-based arrival/departure records for some situations.

There’s no need to request an I-94. CBP automatically issues the electronic I-94 at entry through an airport or seaport. If you entered through a border crossing, CBP generally issues a paper Form I-94 with some exceptions as described below.

Electronic I-94 Record

Since May 2013, U.S. Customs and Border Protection has automatically issued an electronic Form I-94 to travelers entering at air and sea ports. However, CBP doesn't issue the electronic I-94 directly to the traveler. Travelers must go to CBP’s I-94 website to obtain the electronic I-94 arrival/departure record. From here, you can print a document for your records.

The website also includes travel history from the previous 10 years of arrivals and departures. The travel history is an informational tool; it is not an official record for legal purposes.

Online Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record

Paper I-94 Record

Prior to May 2013, all foreign visitors received a paper I-94 arrival/departure record much like the sample. However, CBP continues to issue paper I-94 records in certain situations.

Since electronic I-94 arrival/departure records are only issued at air and sea ports of entry, a paper Form I-94 is still issued at the land border ports of entry. CBP also continues to provide a paper Form I-94 to certain classes of aliens, such as refugees, certain asylees and parolees, and whenever CBP determines the issuance of a paper form is appropriate.

Travelers can speed up their entry into the U.S. by providing their biographic and travel information, and paying the $6 fee for their I-94 application online up to seven days prior to their entry. You'll receive a provisional I-94 after submitting your application and payment.

Paper Form I-94A, Arrival Departure Record

Anatomy of an I-94

What does form i-94 look like.

The arrival/departure record contains important information regarding a foreign national's visit to the United States. The information is critical to knowing the extent of your authorized stay and staying "in status." The highlighted fields below are commonly needed when applying for certain immigration benefits. On the CBP website, you may print a copy like the sample Form I-94 below.

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Admission (I-94) Record Number : Also known as the I-94 Number, Departure Number or Admission Record Number, it is an 11-character alphanumeric number. It provides a unique number for reach entry. Most Recent Date of Entry : This date should reflect the exact date that you were admitted to the United States. This can vary slightly from the date you physically entered the country if your inspection was outside the United States. Class of Admission : This code describes your category of nonimmigrant status. For example, it may indicate B-2 for leisure visitor or F-1 for student. Admit Until Date : This is the day your immigration status expires in the U.S. You must exit the U.S. on or before the Admit Until Date. For students and other exchange visitors, this date is “D/S” or Duration of Status. For other visa classifications, this will be a hard end date.

I-94 Troubleshooting Tips

What can i do if the cbp site doesn't find my record.

If you are having difficulty finding your electronic I-94 record using CBP's I-94 website , the American Immigration Lawyers Association recommends using the following troubleshooting tips:

  • Enter the name as stated on your travel document (i.e. passport). If you are not successful using the passport, try using your visa or the submitted Form DS-160 (if available) for name variations. Try entering the name as stated on each document.
  • Enter the first and middle name in the First Name field. In the first name field, type the first and the middle name (if any) with a space in between. Do this even if the middle name is not stated on the passport or visa.
  • If this is not successful, try to switch the order of the names. Switch the last and first name when entering the information on the website. Some countries state the name in the passport as first name, last name, rather than the more standard order of last name, first name. This may cause the name to be recorded incorrectly in the CBP system.
  • Enter multiple first names or multiple last names without spaces. If a person has two first names or two last names, type the first names without a space between them or the last names without a space between them. Example: type the first names “Mary Jane” as “Maryjane.”
  • Check for multiple passport numbers. Check the Form DS-160 (if available) for the passport number stated. If the passport number on the Form DS-160 is different than the passport number on which the person was admitted, type the passport number as stated on the submitted Form DS-160. Also, check the passport number stated on the visa. If the passport number is different than the current passport, enter the passport number stated on the visa.
  • Do not enter the year if included in the passport number. Some passport numbers may begin with the year in which the passport was issued, causing the number to be too long for the relevant field in CBP’s automation system. If relevant, try entering the passport number without the year. For example, a Mexican passport that was issued in 2008 may have a passport number that starts with “08” followed by nine digits. Try entering the passport number without the “08.” This problem should not arise for newer Mexican passports, as those passports do not begin with the year.
  • Check the classification designated on the visa and compare it to the classification stated on the admission stamp in the passport, as there may be a slight variation. Be sure to try both designations. For example, the visa may state “E-3D” for an E-3 dependent, but the admission stamp may state only “E-3.” The automated I-94 could state the classification either way.

If none of the above efforts resolve the issue in locating your electronic I-94 record, telephone or visit a CBP Deferred Inspection Office and explain the problem. Over the years, we've seen several cases with visitors who were never issued a record. Contact the CBP with your flight information. Some of the Deferred Inspection Offices have been able to resolve the problem over the phone without an in person visit; however, other offices may require an in-person visit with the non-citizen.

Fixing an Incorrect Form I-94

What do i do if my arrival/departure record has incorrect information.

If you have an incorrect I-94 record, there is generally a way to fix it. A misspelled name or incorrect entry date may lead to confusion on other applications. Both Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may issue a Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record. If a mistake was made by you or the government, you’ll need to correct it.

Correct an Arrival/Departure Record Issued by CBP

If Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued your I-94 record, you'll need to visit the CBP Deferred Inspection Office closest to your location. Most foreign nationals receive an I-94 from CBP at the time of entry in one of the following ways.

  • Electronic I-94 : Issued to the vast majority of foreign national visitors at air and sea ports of entry.
  • Paper I-94 : Issued at land border ports of entry and to certain classes of aliens, such as refugees, certain asylees and parolees, and whenever CBP determines that issuance of a paper form is appropriate.

Sometimes CBP may issue an incorrect I-94. Common errors include incorrect entry dates or misspelled names. In many cases, these errors can easily be corrected. If you arrived at an airport, you can generally contact the CBP office inside the airport and request a correction.

When the airport does not have a CBP office, contact the closest CBP Deferred Inspection Site or call CBP at 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511). You may be required to visit the office with documentation (passport and visa) and your incorrect I-94 record.

Correct an Arrival/Departure Record Issued by USCIS

In some cases, USCIS issues a Form I-94 as part of granting a foreign national an extension of stay or change of status. If USCIS issued your Form I-94, you will need to file a Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document .

When filing Form I-102 due to an incorrect I-94 record, you will need to submit a filing fee and supporting documentation that provides proof of the correct information. Attach a statement dated and signed by you, explaining specifically what information on your I-94 record is incorrect. You must also attach evidence verifying the validity of the information submitted for correction purposes. Finally, you must submit your original, incorrect I-94 with the I-102 application.

If the mistake on your Form I-94 record is due to a USCIS error, you'll need to request a correct I-94 through an Infopass appointment at your local USCIS office. Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-375-5283. Take your original, incorrect I-94 record and evidence of the error to your appointment. USCIS will correct the I-94 at no cost. If you are unable to prove that the mistake was made by USCIS, you will be advised to file Form I-102 with a fee.

Replacing an I-94 Arrival/Departure Record

What do i do about a lost i-94.

If you have a lost, stolen, mutilated, or destroyed Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record, it is possible to replace it. Before you start, it’s helpful to know if you have an electronic or paper I-94. Knowing this will help determine how to replace the Arrival/Departure Record. Replacing an electronic version is a simple matter. However, replacing paper I-94 records can take several months and generally require a filing fee.

Replace an Electronic Travel Record

Modern I-94 Arrival/Departure Records are available electronically if the foreign national traveled by air or sea. An electronic I-94 can be obtained by going to the CBP I-94 website .

"Replacing" an electronic I-94 form is easy and free. Simply return to the CBP I-94 website and enter the necessary information to lookup your Arrival/Departure Record. You may print the electronic I-94 for when submitting with USCIS applications.

Replace a Paper Travel Record

Before CBP issued I-94 records electronically, they provided a paper form to foreign nationals arriving to the United States. In fact, CBP continues to issue paper Form I-94 at land border ports of entry and to certain classes of aliens, such as refugees, certain asylees and parolees, and whenever CBP determines that issuance of a paper form is appropriate. A paper-based version of the arrival/departure record is labeled "Form I-94A."

Replacing a paper I-94A form is a little more complicated. You will need to file a Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document . File the form with USCIS along with a $445 filing fee (at the time of writing this) and supporting documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do not confuse Form I-94 with a visa. They are closely related, but they are different.

The visa is an entry document. It must be valid when seeking admission into the United States. The I-94 (arrival/departure record) is a status document. It describes the foreign national's visa or parole status once inside the United States, and it also defines the length of stay permitted. Once a foreign national visitor is admitted to the United States, dates on the visa do not define how long the traveler is allowed to stay. Instead, the I-94 is the controlling document. Therefore, it's an extremely important document.

Your I-94 can expire, but make sure you are looking at the correct date. On an electronic document, you may see three dates:

  • OMB Expiration Date: The first date in the top right-hand corner is the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) form expiration date. All government forms include OMB dates. The OMB validity date changes periodically and an expired OMB date does not invalidate the I-94 record or form. OMB dates are not related to a non-immigrant’s status in the U.S.
  • Most Recent Date of Entry: Like it sounds, this is the most recent date that you entered the U.S.
  • Admit Until Date: This is an extremely important date. The Admit Until Date is the date that your status expires. For students and other exchange visitors, this date is “D/S” or Duration of Status. For other visa classifications, this will be a hard end date. You must leave by this date or you will be in violation of your status.

There is no fee for the I-94 form. That’s true whether you’re arriving by land, air, or sea, and regardless of whether you get a paper or electronic record. The government provides the form at no cost.

However, you can optionally apply online for a provisional I-94 one week or less before your arrival date if you’re arriving at a land border port of entry. Applying for a provisional I-94 costs $6, but doing this can streamline the arrival process and minimize the time you spend waiting in line at the border.

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Traveler Compliance

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is taking proactive steps to ensure travelers comply with their terms of admission by sending reminders about time left in the United States, and notifications to travelers who may have overstayed their period of admission. The reminders and notifications are sent to travelers via e-mail.

Travelers may receive an e-mail indicating they have 10 days or less remaining on their admission into the United States, or an e-mail regarding a potential overstay violation. CBP has established an easy to use traveler compliance check that is available on the I-94 website. Travelers may check their admission status at https://I94.cbp.dhs.gov and clicking on the ‘View Compliance’ tab.

E-mail notifications will come from [email protected] . If your notification e-mail did not come from this address, it may be a phishing scam or other fraudulent e-mail.

Travelers in-scope for the e-mail notification process will begin with certain Visa Waiver Program (VWP) travelers and will gradually expand to include most classes of admission. As additional in-scope travelers are included in the process, the ‘View Compliance’ tab will be updated. You can check this tab to see if you are eligible for the compliance check.

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How to Get Your USA Travel History Online (Arrivals and Departures)

Do you need to see your US Travel History for a visa application or just to check when you have arrived or departed? Well, you don’t need to look for your old passports and check each page one by one, you can search it online! It’s pretty simple, here’s a guide on How to Get Your US Travel History Online .

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The US Customs and Border Protection has a website for visitors to request their travel history or I-94 form. You will only need a few details so that you can get the information online. Feel free to print it too!

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  • Complete Name
  • Passport Number

STEP by STEP Guide in Getting your US Travel History Online

STEP 1: Go to this website .

Arrivals and Departures

STEP 2: Choose View Travel History option.

STEP 3: Enter the information required and click Next .

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STEP 4: You may now view the results for your US travels for the last 5 years.

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You can print your information.

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You can also get your I-94 results to show your visitor status as well as the last day for your visit.

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Please note:

  • The information shown is only records of the last five years
  • Land border arrivals or departures may not be reflected
  • Closed-loop cruise arrival or departures may not be shown
  • Change of status or extension of stay is not available
  • If you are a US Citizen or Permanent Resident, you can’t get your travel history in this website

See? It’s very easy to retrieve your travel information in case you forgot when you arrived or departed in the US. Before, you need to request from Freedom of Information Act to see your travel records, now, just a few clicks, and you’ll get it! I hope you’ll know how to Get your US Travel History Online after reading this!​

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In the coming months, the Location History setting name will change to Timeline. If Location History is turned on for your account, you may find Timeline in your app and account settings. Learn more .

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Google Maps Timeline is a personal map that helps you remember routes and trips you've taken and places you've been based on your Location History. You can edit your Timeline at any time and delete your Location History in Timeline.

If you have settings like Web & App Activity turned on and you turn off Location History or delete location data from Location History, you may still have location data saved in your Google Account as part of your use of other Google Sites, apps, and services. This activity can include info about your location from your device’s general area and IP address. For example, location data may be saved as part of activity on Search and Google Maps when your Web & App Activity setting is on, and included in your photos, depending on your camera app settings.

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How to Check Your US Travel History, I-94: Guide with Screenshots

I was traveling to the US after 4 years on a Business visa with new passport and valid US visa in Old Passport . As I was checking my old passport for visa stamps at the US port of entry, I could not really find my previous stamp that was done in the US.  I was kind of really worried about not able to find the Stamp that they do at the Port of entry. I could not really recall what exactly happened four years ago…

Just to be safe, I was searching online, how do I check my status and travel history…that’s when I stumbled upon the I-94 section of the CBP website, where I was able to retrieve my Travel History to the US in the last 5 years. Thankfully, I found my travel history and I printed that info, just in case, there are some issues with their system :-). If you are not sure like me, it is always a good idea to check your US travel history on the I-94 section of the website. Below is a step-by-step process.

Information Required to check US travel History Online

You will need to have the below details to check US Travel History online.

  • Date of Birth
  • Country of Citizenship
  • Your Passport Number

Step by Step Guide to Check US Travel History, I-94

Step 1 – Navigate to CBP I-94 Website: Go to CBP I-94 Section of Website on DHS.GOV (https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home) Step 2 – Select Relevant Tile :   Select the option of Need a History of Arrivals and Departures. See below screenshot

Selecting Travel History Option on I-94 Website

Step 3 – Access Consent: You will get a Security Notification pop-up saying to consent and continue. Just click on consent and continue as below.

Security Notification CBP Website I94

Step 4 – Enter Personal Info: Enter the information of the person for whom you would like to check the travel history. You need to enter your details of first name, last name, passport number, date of birth, and country of citizenship and hit next.

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Step 5 – View US Travel History: If the system recognizes your details, then Your Travel History results are displayed in a Table or other formats, depending on the results.  See below for both formats.

Format 1 – US Travel History

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Format 2 – US Travel History

Other Format I-94 History and Travel History

Get Details of your I-94 Online

Step 6 – Get Copy of Recent I-94 : You can also get your I-94 copy here on the same page. You need to navigate to the bottom of the page and you would see a button that says “Get this travelers most recent I-94”. If you click on that, it will fetch the I-94 as well.

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What if You do not see your US Travel Details properly?

Important Caution : The info that is displayed on the I-94 website is for public consumption and not an official form of info. If something is wrong, there is nothing that you can do, no action is required. In my case itself, I see missing information about some of my arrivals and some details of the airports. But there is nothing I can do. So, take this info with a grain of salt and do not get into panic mode, if you see something is missing here. 

If you are really worried, then you can email CBP with the specifics, they will be able to help you with more info. DO NOT worry.

Again, do not worry, if your Travel History does not fully reflect in the system. You will be fine. You will anyways have stamps on your passport, so nothing to worry.

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I am able to retrieve my i94 record but not my travel history. Anyone in the same situation? What did you do to get your travel history?

i am in the same boat. what did you do to retrieve your travel history?

pikachu123, Are you getting any error ? What does it show?

Can I block this information so that nobody else can view it? Imagining a case where somebody is aware of my passport number and DoB.

Manoj, You cannot block it. It is US Govt Website. That’s why you need to be very careful with those documents.

Is it safe to enter personal information here in the form because in the privacy notice I read that whenever we click submit they collect and send information to other departments and keep them for 3 months for an audit.

I am afraid if false information is found then they will send false information.

Rahul, No, this is only for audit sake as compliance. Think about it, what if you did a typo… So, do not worry too much. it will be fine.

Hi I went to the website to locate my I-94 travel information but it says traveler information not found. What does that mean? Please can someone help me I am freaking out here as I do not want any trouble with my immigration stuff.

margret, Did you change your passport ? If so, try using the old passport. Do not worry, if you have entered US properly at Airport using visa, you will be fine. You can email CBP, if any issues.

what did you do to retrieve your travel history?

Can a passport card be used instead of the book?

What do you mean by passport card ? Not that I am aware of, it is always a book…

I have also “unavailable” location of my departure in that form. Do you know if there is going to be a problem at the airport if the location of your previous departure says “unavailable”but the date is correct?

No, it will not have any issues, I have something like that for me as well and it was fine at the port of entry. Just carry all your passports.

My Visa will be expiring on 29th September 2017 [Currently in India] and I’m not sure whether I will be able to apply for extension before 29th Sept 2017.

1. Will I can apply for extension after 29th sept 2017 2. Is extension and Renewal process are same? 3. Is extension/renewal in can be done from India

Srikanth, I am assuming you are talking about visa stamping in Passport…If so, yes, you can apply for renewal/ extension with relevant documents. You may be eligible for dropbox. Check the requirements on USTravelDocs website . Yes, you can do it in India with relevant documents from your employer.

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Hi, all, I regularly check the i-94 website ( https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home ) to track my days in Canada and make sure that my commute is recorded correctly, but recently, my travel history became unavailable even though I entered the same info as before. It says "no record found for traveler." Has anyone experienced the same issue? Should I contact the 1-94 office? Thank you!  

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Sometimes you need to make your own records because they might not recorded correctly.  

harirajmohan

suemon said: Hi, all, I regularly check the i-94 website ( https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home ) to track my days in Canada and make sure that my commute is recorded correctly, but recently, my travel history became unavailable even though I entered the same info as before. It says "no record found for traveler." Has anyone experienced the same issue? Should I contact the 1-94 office? Thank you! Click to expand...
steaky said: Sometimes you need to make your own records because they might not recorded correctly. Click to expand...
harirajmohan said: May be try with your previous passport number. Its showing up for me now. Click to expand...
suemon said: Thanks. I've tried both but neither is showing up. When I crossed the border, the agent could see my record though. It's just not showing up on the website. Click to expand...
harirajmohan said: I am not sure why it doesnt show only for you. For my wife: When i try with using old passport as well as new passport, the site shows up same set of entry exits. So using old passport during the last 5 years is not a problem to view the history. Travel history: I wonder why it doesnt show. Are you sure that you are entering your country of issuance is the country of passport, not your country of birth(if in case different)? Recent I94: Is it showing your most recent I94 at least? Possibly you are entering the country or name spelled wrong(or combination of first name and last name issues in passport and in cbp). Click to expand...

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suemon said: I did check everything many times, and I am pretty sure that they are correct. I could view my travel history earlier this year, and before. Then it suddenly became unavailable. Right now, I can still see my most recent I94, just not the travel history. I suspect that it is a system data error, but not sure. I hope it does not give me trouble later on. Click to expand...

ustocanada49

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For a long time, I was not able to view mine, though it shows i-94 fine, no issues. Recently I realized it was showing the travel history under old passport. But since last week, neither that works. Tried all possible combinations (given on cbp website also). No use. The next time it starts showing again (if it does), I would grab a screenshot and save. By the way, you can raise a FOIA(or what ever it is called in Canada) to send your travel history from their side. They sent mine but I did notice they had missed one exit record. So, its better to get info from both sides and also maintain your own.  

suemon said: Thanks! Yes, i do have my own records. Click to expand...

Hapique

I had same issue. I tried from office computer - not found. I tried from home (using same Chrome) - it was found. I believe their portal is very sensitive to internet / pc / browser, however no idea. I would suggest trying different computers.  

I am facing the same problem. Tried on multiple computers. No dice. Was anyone able to solve this issue?  

If you get sent to secondary for some reason, you can bring that up during that time with CBP officer. When I got Canadian passport, after around two weeks all my travel history which I had based on Indian passport were gone. I could only see recent history when I put in Canadian passport details, when I put in old Indian passport details, just said no record found for traveler. After 2-3 month I had to get extended I94, during that time they asked to see Indian passport with stamping. I asked the officer why I cannot see old entries, then CBP officer just mumbled looks like your old passport is not linked properly. From that day I see my full history again.  

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