Entering the U.S.: checklist

Before entering the U.S., prepare your documents, fulfill your declaration obligations, and check your I-94 record.

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1. Put your documents in your carry-on baggage

Carry your passport, visa, and, depending on your status, your I-20, DS-2019, or immigrant visa packet in your carry-on baggage.

1. Put your documents in your carry-on baggageCarry your passport, visa, and, depending on your status, your I-20, DS-2019, or immigrant visa packet in your carry-on baggage.
2. Prepare your medication documentsBring an English prescription or doctor’s letter and the medication in its original packaging.
3. Identify items that must be declaredPrepare to declare money exceeding $10,000, food, agricultural products, and relevant medications.
4. Complete CBP inspectionComplete passport control, biometrics, customs, and, if necessary, secondary inspection.
5. View your I-94 recordAfter entry, view and print your record at i94.cbp.dhs.gov using the “Get Most Recent I-94” option.i94.cbp.dhs.gov(Official site)
6. Check your I-94 informationCheck your class of admission and the “admit until” date; if there is an error, contact a Deferred Inspection office.

This content is general information, not legal advice.