Extending an expiring I-94W, land based entry to US [duplicate]

I live in Canada with a German passport and a student visa. From a recent climbing trip to the US I still have this green I94-W form in my passport. I didn't surrender it on leaving the US back to Canada, because I expected to come back for another climbing trip relatively soon.

That trip got postponed a few times, and now the situation is that the I94-W would expire while I'm on the trip. That is, it would still be valid on entry, but not on exit.

Can I apply for a new I94-W at the border crossing, or can these Visa waivers not be extended back-to-back?

Best Answer

You may well have a problem at the border, but should be able to resolve that with an explanation of what happened. Do be sure to bring proof of your residence in Canada, studying etc. Also bring evidence that you really spent the last couple of weeks or months in Canada.

The big concern here is that at first glance it looks as if you were trying to game the system and stay more than the three months. You studying in Canada addresses that concern.

Generally, the rule of thumb is that you are only supposed to use the visa waiver once per year, but this is not written in stone.

You are probably better off waiting with your return to the USA until after the old I-94W has expired.

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How do I extend my I-94 expiration date?

You can submit an application for an extension of stay by mail or you can file online using USCIS ELIS for an extension of stay before the expiration date on your Form I-94. (There are certain very limited circumstances under which USCIS will excuse a late submission.)

Is there a grace period for expired I-94?

Once you reach the I-94 expiration date, your status ends, even if the other documents remain valid. There is no grace period beyond your I-94 expiration date while in H-1B status. Once your status ends or your employment ends, you need to make arrangements to depart the United States as soon as possible.

How do I get my I-94 extended after passport renewal?

i94 Extension after Passport Renewal is required to stay legally in the USA....There are 3 ways to get i94 renewed:

Visit CBP office at US land border in Mexico or Canada (Recommended) OR.

Go out of US and return (Easiest but Costly) OR.

Filing extension of stay application with USCIS (Costly and time consuming).

How can I extend my I-94 visa?

If you want to extend your I-94 date or extend US visitor visa stay in the United States, you must file a request with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on the Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Non-immigrant Status before your authorized stay expires.

How to Renew I-94 without leaving the US

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