General Information

What is the I-94 form?
An I-94  form used to be a paper form that reflected your date of arrival and entry to the United States and the length of your stay in the country. The ...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:08 PM
What should I do if my I-94 contains wrong information?
If your I-94 online form contains wrong information, you should visit a Custom Border Protection Deferred Inspection Site and have it corrected. Click her...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:21 PM
What is an ESTA?
If you have a valid passport issued by one of the 38 countries that participate in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, you don’t need a visa to travel to the U...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:23 PM
How long can I stay in the US with a tourist visa or ESTA?
It depends. You can find out by checking your I-94, which has the information related to the permitted length of your stay. Most tourists are allowed to ...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:26 PM
Where will they ask for my immigration documents?
During your visa appointment at the US Embassy, you will have to show the DS-160, any additional forms requested and your passport.  Once you...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:29 PM
What is a Border Crossing Card (BCC)?
Citizens and residents of Mexico are eligible for a Border Crossing Card (BCC), which is very similar to a  B1/B2 visa. BCCs are designed for short-te...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:34 PM
What is the difference between a Border Crossing Card (BCC) and a visa?
The BCC IS a visa, and it is also known as a laser visa. The BCC is not printed in your passport, it is a separate document that you must carry with you i...
Tue, 15 Nov, 2016 at 12:55 PM
How much does the Border Crossing Card cost?
$16 US dollars for children 15 years old and younger, $160 US dollars for everyone else.  
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:35 PM
Can I visit Canada using my American visa?
No! Canada is a different country and  requires foreigners to apply for a visa in order to travel there, except for U.S. citizens. If you have a passport ...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:38 PM
How long should my passport be valid for in order to travel to the US?
The passport must be valid for at least six months from the day you exist the United States (the day you return to your country of residence). ...
Tue, 1 Nov, 2016 at 1:48 PM