What Is Form I-102?
Form I-102 is the USCIS application used to request a replacement or, in certain circumstances, an initial nonimmigrant arrival/departure record. You may need it if your I-94 was lost, stolen, damaged, or contains incorrect information.
Your I-94 is your arrival/departure record. Form I-102 is the application used to request its replacement. The form also covers certain I-94W and I-95 records.
FileRight helps you prepare your I-102 through guided questions in English or Spanish, then prints and mails your application package to you with a personalized document checklist and filing instructions.
Can I Get My I-94 from CBP Instead?
Often, yes. If you entered by air or sea and received an electronic I-94, you can get a paper copy, including a replacement, for free on the CBP I-94 website. If you can’t get your record from CBP, you may file Form I-102 with USCIS.
If CBP issued your I-94 with incorrect information, such as a misspelled name or a wrong date of admission, don’t file Form I-102. Visit the nearest CBP port of entry or deferred inspection office to have it corrected.
Common Reasons for Filing Form I-102
You may need Form I-102 if:
- Your paper I-94 was lost or stolen.
- Your I-94 is damaged or unreadable.
- You need to replace an older paper I-94 that is no longer in your possession.
- Your USCIS-issued I-94 contains incorrect information and requires correction.
- You were not issued an I-94 when admitted to the United States and need an initial record, subject to the applicable requirements.
You must have a U.S. address to file Form I-102.
Does Form I-102 Renew My I-94 or Extend My Stay?
No. Requesting a replacement I-94 does not extend your authorized stay or renew your visa.
If your authorized stay is ending or has expired, you need to consider the process appropriate to your immigration status. Some nonimmigrants use Form I-539 to request an extension or change of status; other categories require a different process.
What Documents Do I Need for Form I-102?
Your supporting documents depend on why you are applying. They may include:
- A copy of a government-issued ID showing your legal name and date of birth.
- Identification and admission evidence, such as your passport’s biographical page and entry-stamp page.
- A police report, or an explanation of why one isn’t available, if your I-94 was stolen.
- Your damaged record, if you are requesting a replacement because it is damaged.
- Evidence supporting a correction, if information on your USCIS-issued record is incorrect.
- An explanation of what happened to your missing record and any additional evidence required by the form instructions.
Documents in a foreign language need a full, certified English translation. FileRight provides a personalized document checklist to help you gather the supporting documents for your application.
How Do I Prepare My I-102?
- Complete the guided application questions. Answer in English or Spanish, and save your progress whenever you need to.
- Pay after completing your application questions.
- Receive your printed application package by mail, including your personalized checklist and filing instructions.
- Sign your application, gather your supporting documents, and mail your application to USCIS with the required government fee.
How Long Does Form I-102 Take to Process?
USCIS processing times vary. Check the USCIS processing-times tool for the current estimate for Form I-102.
After USCIS accepts your application, use the receipt number on your notice to check your case status. FileRight’s preparation service does not shorten USCIS processing times.
How Much Is the USCIS Filing Fee for Form I-102?
USCIS fees are paid to USCIS and are separate from FileRight’s preparation fee. According to the USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055):
- Replacement or initial I-94: $560 filing fee plus a $24 additional fee, for a total of $584. The $24 fee is paid separately from the filing fee.
- Replacement of a lost, stolen, or damaged I-94W or I-95: $560. The $24 additional fee does not apply.
- Initial I-94 for nonimmigrant members of the U.S. armed forces, NATO, or the Partnership for Peace program: no filing fee, but the $24 additional fee applies.
- Correction of an error made by USCIS: no fee.
When filing by mail, USCIS fees are generally paid by credit, debit, or prepaid card (Form G-1450) or from a U.S. bank account (Form G-1650). Fees can change, so check the current USCIS fee schedule before you file.
FileRight’s I-102 Application Preparation Package Is $195
For $195, FileRight helps you work through the application questions, provides a personalized document checklist and filing instructions, and prints and mails your application package to you.
You can complete the questionnaire in English or Spanish, save your progress, and get customer support in either language. Lawyer review and document translations are optional services.
FileRight is a private application-preparation service. You can also obtain Form I-102 directly from USCIS and prepare it yourself.
Start with our suitability questions to see whether FileRight’s I-102 service fits your situation.
