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I-94 Arrival/Departure Record

Last updated August 14, 2026

International Students and Scholars | Policy or Regulation Information

I-94 

The Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, known as the "I-94," is an official U.S. government record digitally issued to nonimmigrants at the time of entry to the United States. It also gives the expiration date of the immigration status which will be either a specific date or a ‘Duration of Status‘ annotation marked as D/S. If you receive a dated I-94, your status will expire on that date. If you receive a D/S I-94, your status will expire on the date listed on your I-20 or DS-2019.  

Unlike the entry visa, which only gives permission for the individual to enter the United States, the I-94 represents their permission to stay until the expiration date.

IMPORTANT: An I-94 record updates with each entry into the U.S. Therefore, it is crucial to review, download, and save the record after every entry into the U.S. This serves as a record of one’s U.S. immigration history and ensures that CBP has admitted the individual into the U.S. under the correct status.

How to Access Your I-94 

After entering the U.S., you must follow the steps below to obtain the most recent I-94 Arrival/Entry Record:

  1. After entering the United States, visit the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office I-94 website
  2. Click "Get Most Recent I‑94/I-95"
  3. Scroll through and read the Terms of Service, then click "I ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE"
  4. Provide your passport biographical data.
    1. You have the option to either
      1. Click "CAPTURE DOCUMENT" to take a photo of your passport for assistance completing the form, or
      2. "X" out of this box to enter your data manually. Enter your details exactly as on your passport used during entry
        • Full name (including middle names if applicable)
        • Date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy)
        • Country of passport issuance
          • Type in the country and select the corresponding 3-letter code from the dropdown menu
        • Document number
          • Enter your passport number
  5. Click "Continue" to view your most recent I‑94 record
  6. Use the "Print" or "Download" button to save a PDF or print a hard copy

Confirm that the following information is accurate before leaving the airport:

  • Recent Date of Entry: This should be the date you most recently entered the United States in F-1 or J-1 status. 
  • Class of Admission: This is your visa type (either F-1 or J-1). 
  • Admit Until Date:  
    • For entries before September 15, 2026- This should be D/S, which stands for Duration of Status
    • For entries on or after September 15, 2026- This will be a date specific “Admit Until Date”/“AUD”  
      • Typically, the AUD is the Program End Date, plus 30 days for departure or for students engaging in post-completion work authorization, the AUD is the employment end date on the Employment Authorization Document, plus 30 days for departure.

OISS is not responsible for accessing or printing electronic I-94 records.  

I-94 Reporting Requirements 

You will be required to submit your most recent I-94 record to the Office of International Students and Scholars at the following times:

Retaining Copies of Your I-94 

The online I-94 arrival record is created by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and is an important legal document. It shows the individual’s immigration status and the granted period of admission.  F and J visa holders must closely monitor their I-94 Admit Until Date after each international travel. It is the F and J visa holder's responsibility to meet critical deadlines such as their timely departure from the U.S. or submitting a timely application for an Extension of Stay (EOS) with USCIS.

You are required to print out your I-94 each time you arrive in the U.S. and carry the most recent copy with you at all times, even when traveling locally or domestically.   

The following are examples of when the I-94 may be needed:

  • You are asked by an immigration officer while in the U.S. to show that you were admitted into the U.S. in your visa classification.
  • You are asked to show that your period of legal stay has not yet expired.
  • You are applying for immigration benefits, such as F-1 Optional Practical Training or a change or extension of your current immigration status.
  • You are starting a job in the U.S., and need to show legal status to your employer as a part of the employment verification process.
  • You need to apply for a Social Security Number or other related benefits such as a driver's license.

  

Addressing Errors on Your Electronic I-94 Record 

Sometimes the customs officer may make an error on your electronic I-94 record. Some errors, especially those regarding visa type or “admit until date” (date of expiration), can be harmful to your immigration status. If you see an error on your electronic I-94 record, it may be possible to have it corrected. Contact OISS immediately to talk to an advisor. 

 

 

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