Forgot to submit I-94 while leaving USA in 2011

I visited USA in 2011 on an H-4 visa. I overstayed for two months and then returned to avoid further complications. I forgot to return my I-94 after leaving the US, but have my boarding pass and got stamped at Chennai airport as proof that I returned. It's been six years now and I am planning to visit the USA again.

Will there be any issues if I travel again, this time on a B-2 visa?

Best Answer

If you are granted a B-1/B-2 visa now then there is no problem. It's a whole another issue whether you will get one or not. The overstay is the problem, the authorities know when you left from the airline, a real lot of people forgot to return the I-94 piece of paper when it was still paper (now it's electronic), that's not your problem.

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What if I forgot to return I-94?

If you used private carrier to depart US, and forgot to turn in the I-94, then you have take steps to correct your records. If you do not correct the records and fail to provide proof that you did not overstay, CBP will conclude that you broke the law.

How far back do I-94 records go?

In general, the Form I-94 website maintains arrival/departure record information going back five years. If an alien needs to procure history outside of the five-year window, he or she will be required to make a formal request of the CBP to conduct a query on the older or expired passport.

What happens if I-94 not found?

If you're still not able to locate your I-94, please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Traveler Communications Center (TCC) by clicking on the "Ask Us A Question" tab below. Select the correct topic for your issue as well as any related issues. We will attempt to respond to you within 72 hours.

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.

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