Form I-94 2023

Question 1

What is the purpose of Form I-94?

Answer

The purpose of Form I-94 is to provide the U.S. Government with the information it needs to determine whether you are eligible to travel to the U.S. under a visa waiver program and what your return and home country's provisions for entry may be. When do I use Form I-94? An individual applying for or renewing a visa under the Visa Waiver Program with Priority Waiver Status (VIP) must use Form I-94. When entering the U.S., you may be subject to entry control by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). An individual seeking entry without a Form I-94 will not be eligible for any visa exception. What are the categories that I-94 may be used for? I-94 can be used for individuals seeking admission to the U.S. pursuant to an exemption to the visa application process. You may choose to apply for an I-94 for admission to the U.S. in advance of the date on which you are to receive a visa (presently) or, for most other aliens, if you do not intend to apply for a visa but would like to enter or transit through the United States before your visa expires. For more information about waiver benefits, see the “Admission and Remittances to the United States by Foreign Nationals,” in chapter 1. Do I need a Form I-94? You should apply for the visa waiver program with the application that allows you to enter the United States as a nonimmigrant and for which you may be required to obtain Form I-94. For further information, see our “General Information for Visa Waiver Program Applicants, Nonimmigrant Visitors, or Residents,” and our “How Do I Apply for a Visa?” section on our Website (). When applying for an I-94, the following information must be included on the application form.

Question 2

Who should complete Form I-94?

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You're considered unemployed if you haven't worked in the previous 4 weeks, and you don't have a valid reason for being out of work. There's no benefit to waiting. For more information about when and how to complete these forms, see the I-94. You're also considered unemployed if you want to work but could not get a job, and you need unemployment benefits for 6 months or more. For more information on when and how to complete these forms, see the I-94 — Employment Eligibility. You can be unemployed both on the regular unemployment insurance application and the I-94. To find out if you're considered unemployed on each of these forms, see the I-94 — Employment Eligibility. How do we work out your income? Income is determined on the information that's included in your application, plus the amounts of any benefits you receive. There's no dollar limit on how much of your income is accepted. How do we make sure you're actually eligible? On the regular unemployment insurance application, answer a number of questions. You'll need to answer the following: Are there any conditions on what type of employment you can get? You'll need to answer yes or no to each condition from the “Do you want to” question. You'll also get to choose between a “yes” and “don't know” answer. What are your family's income levels? If you have children (under 18), we'll ask how many children your family has, and on what incomes. You'll need to indicate the current number in your family, and you must explain how the income of each member of your family meets the income minimum requirement. For more information about family types we consider eligible, see the “Family Types and Income Minimum Requirement” section of How Do You Apply. If your family income is below the federal poverty level (which is what you need to make up before your income would be above the program's income minimum), you may not get benefits. (Read about the income minimum requirement.) . (Read about the income minimum requirement.) Some groups of claimants are not eligible to get benefits. For more information, see the section on groups of claimants. The I-94 — Employment Eligibility You need to complete this form if the U.S. Department of Labor or U.S.

Question 3

When do I need to complete Form I-94?

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If you wish to be considered for a visa, such as an H1-B or a Tier 1 immigrant visa, you must complete the I-94 form before you depart from the United States. You must also submit additional supporting documents, such as marriage certificate for fiancé(e), green card, or employment authorization card. You will obtain your Form I-94 upon your arrival in the United States. If you do not wish to complete Form I-94, you should apply for an I-594 or I-551 immigrant Visa.

Question 4

Can I create my own Form I-94?

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You are generally required to have a copy of the U.S. citizenship form at your place of work or residence. The following information must be provided on the form: U.S. citizenship card number, date of birth, sex, color of eyes, height, weight, and citizenship status of the applicant. How do I renew my U.S. citizenship application for an adult, child, or naturalization? All applicants must present an original U.S. birth certificate or passport to the INS office from which they had the certificate issued. If the applicant lacks such documentation, they must prove: That the application was not submitted or is still in process or was filed in error; That the applicant is presently residing in the U.S. legally; and That the applicant has a sufficient amount of funds to pay the application fee. If the applicants have more than 10,000, they may use a credit card to pay the filing fee. Form I-94 must be renewed each time it is used. However, renewal is not mandatory for the following categories of immigrant status: Application for naturalization, and Application for permanent resident, All information on this website is subject to change.

Question 5

What should I do with Form I-94 when it’s complete?

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The only requirement is the original form, which should become the document that you give to the alien when you're on the phone. You also have to include the completed Form I-94. Why do I have to give the original form to the alien? Usually, you need to give the original form, or it will be rejected. You should have your supervisor's signature and make sure both forms are from the same address. You only need one from your supervisor's address and one from the alien's address, and if you have any questions, ask your supervisor for the copy of the original. Can I give the original and the new form when interviewed by an officer? The only reason to be on the phone when you're making your statements is to be able to show that both forms are from the same place or send you copies when the case is submitted. The only exceptions are the aliens in certain visa classes that we've already heard from in the interview—those who are eligible under the Visa Waiver Program, the Military Family Protection Program, and/or the B-1 and B-2 Visitor programs. I don't know where the alien is, so I don't know if I’ve given the correct form. The only way to know to tell if you've given the form that matches is to go back to the airport, go up the steps of the gate, and look at your form to see if your name is written that way or not. If your signature doesn't match, then you should ask for a new form to give at the first interview. After the first interview, we'll tell you with a letter that we have received your new Form I-94. I gave the correct form, but the supervisor didn't sign it. This happens too often. You'll usually be given another Form I-94, because they're usually too valuable to throw away without sign. Don't give them to the alien! If you want to give them to the alien on the phone (because, maybe, it's a temporary visa), you need to give them to the alien after the interview.

Question 6

How do I get my Form I-94?

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Visit a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office or call. If you are unsure of when you signed up, the earliest date by which you can file your registration form is 180 days prior to your expected date of entry into the United States. USCIS will inform you of your registration status once your Form I-94 is approved. If you are not already a U.S. citizen, your Form I-94 must be approved by USCIS before you can enter the United States. Once you obtain your registration form, you must have your new Form I-94 stamped (or affixed) to your passport prior to reentering the United States. Where can I take this form if I do not have any identification that will help determine my immigration status? You can use this form if you are an eligible visitor, who has an inadmissible, non-immigrant visa, or if you are applying for employment (to change your status) or seeking to establish or maintain permanent residency in the United States. Can I have a Form I-94 submitted to USCIS using someone else's signature? No. Forms I-94 and I-601 must remain signed by the applicant unless the applicant has been granted asylum. Can I have my new Form I-94 endorsed, amended, or sworn to? No. USCIS officers cannot endorse, amend, or swear to any Form I-94. Can I change or add to my Form I-94 if my original application is denied? Yes, you can re-file your application using a new Form I-94. However, if you did not provide USCIS with all the details in your original application, you may need to provide additional information to meet certain immigration requirements. For example, if you received a positive determination on your application, you should apply for a travel document (or substitute valid travel document) that shows you are admissible to travel to the United States to travel through customs. However, if you were found inadmissible (for example, if you are under 18 years old or if you do not meet all the entry requirements, such as evidence of high school completion), you may be forced to return your original application. If you were not eligible to re-apply under some circumstances, you will need to provide additional information to meet those requirements.

Question 7

What documents do I need to attach to my Form I-94?

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You must attach a copy of your passport, the alien registration card (if any), a document from the Government of Canada that indicates your date of birth, residence or intended stay in Canada, and one of the following: an expired passport an expired work visa a document that indicates your intended or previous purpose of entry into Canada (a passport, work permit, study permit) a receipt showing that your immigration document was stamped as valid during your previous visit to Canada or an evidence as outlined in Schedule A, Appendix 4, of the Citizenship Act If a document from the Government of Canada indicates, based on your circumstances, that you are seeking permanent residence in Canada, you must attach that document. If you do not yet have a permanent visa, you will be required to apply for (or have already used) a travel document bearing the number “5-5-1”, for example: a valid student or visitor card. How do I submit my Form I-94? Submit your Form I-94 by mail, fax) or in person to the address on the front page of the form. You can submit your Form I-94 online at My Account — Applications. How do I apply for a travel document? If you do not already have a document that reflects you as a non-permanent resident (PRN), you can apply for one by visiting My Account — Applications. You must have a valid travel document to prove your proposed residence as a PRN. Note: As a PRN, you must also provide an entry visa for an intended stay of 30 days or greater. In addition to an entry visa, you have to present a photo ID. An entry visa is the most common passport-type entry visa and the most popular one. However, many countries may require additional documents for their citizens when applying for a PRN. How do I apply for an electronic travel authorization? If you are seeking a document to use to protect your travels abroad or to enter Canada on non-refundable tickets, you can apply for an electronic travel authorization issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. If you do not have a valid passport, we may refuse your application for an electronic travel authorization or refuse to grant you a visa if you are not a PRN.

Question 8

What are the different types of Form I-94?

Answer

Form I-94 forms are also known as I-485s. They determine which federal agency the immigrant must report to and who to report to. The Form I-94 is used for most immigration purposes including most immigration applications (with one exception: if an applicant has a U.S. spouse or child), for the application of student visas from foreign educational institutions, and to establish dependents when the immigrant has not previously had a report, Form M-1220, filed. For more information on the I-94, and how it's used, see the I-94 FAQ page. How is the I-94 form used for immigration purposes? The Form I-94 is used to determine which federal agency will receive the applicant's information and who to report to (for example, to send a tax return to the IRS). If there is no federal agency to which the applicant is to report, Form I-94 should be completed with the “N — F/I (Not Form I-485)” box checked. How many USCIS I-94 copies are completed? There are four different sets of I-94 forms (I-485, I-94, U.S. Citizen Card, and U.S. Passport) that a person may fill out. There's one form to be filed for each individual, so be sure to know which form is needed. Once a person applies for a Form I-94, he or she will have to make one copy, fill out the appropriate form of that I-94 (I-485, I-94, U.S. Citizen Card, or U.S. Passport), and return it to USCIS for filing. To learn more about which form is needed for each person and what information to include, see Section IV(D)(2)(b) in Publication 970, U.S. Immigration History and Removal Records. Why do I-94 copies need to be filed? The I-94 forms are used because many people will need to obtain the same information at the same time. Each person will have to file a separate Form I-94 document, which is important if a person has other work or education records with USCIS. For example, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Division of Policy Analysis and Development (USCIS-DPAD) will need to receive a U.S.

Question 9

How many people fill out Form I-94 each year?

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Form I-94 is the only form people have to file with the IRS for both their tax return and their Social Security (SS) benefits. The form is free, but you must meet filing deadlines as well as penalties and interest if you do not. Who signs the form? The forms are signed by the IRS tax preparer and are then submitted to the IRS. What is the tax return summary on I-94? The form provides information about your income and tax consequences for a given year. This summary summarizes what is included in the tax return and what is not, both with your income and with your deductions and preferences. How long does a Form I-94 take to prepare and file? I-94 is a complete paper application with no computer-related tasks. Form I-94 takes the same amount of time to prepare and file as Form 1040 due to the additional verification and paperwork. The return also has a faster turnaround time from filing to payment of the tax due. The IRS allows the return to be processed in 20 days, but if you need a payment receipt, the payment processing time in the U.S.

Question 10

Is there a due date for Form I-94?

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Yes. We expect you to file your I-94 form (F-547) by June 30. This is the deadline for you to change your name and address and to receive your tax refund. You also have the option to file Form 8868 (Individual Taxpayer Return and Federal Tax Return) or Form 8868-A (Return to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services). You can get some information about the forms from the IRS. How do I apply for a Social Security number for my child? You can apply for Social Security number for your child only if they are under 21, and you will be filing this form with them. Who must complete my Form 8862? You must complete the form if your spouse is age 65 or older or if you must provide your spouse with care and support. Who can't have their spouse fill out this form? You and each of your dependent children age 14 or older are considered dependent children for their own federal social security tax.

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