Form I-821D -16a question -helping a friend with form

I have a friend that enter with a B2 visa and remembers filling an Arrival Record (I-94) but he lost that record.

16.a. do you have an arrival/departure record(I-94)?
Does he check yes or no?

I think immigration probably has the record, you should probably explain or seek an attorney.

According to a YouTube video posted from a paralegal you're supposed to put yes and when it asks you for the number you put lost.

I stated my source so you can make the decision on weather or not to go with it. Maybe someone has a better source w better info?

I agreed with givemeachance, you don't need a lawyer, just put yes and lost.

I have the same case. I checked NO, and then explained it was lost on Part 7: Additional information. So far my application is moving forward. I'm waiting for Biometrics appointment.

Even though it's lost you can get the arrival date form his old passport. I believe it's also possible to pay and request a copy of the I-94. But research this to make sure it's true.


Assuming that's true, I would put yes, then explain that it's lost in the more info section. If they request more evidence then you could file to get a copy of the i-94.

The arrival date on my passport is not readable.

To request an I-94 replacement go here.

http://www.uscis.gov/i-102
It costs $330 and the average time to complete it is 2.5 months.

If they request for more evidence about your arrival you might have to use that replacement service.

I am uncertain if the DACA processors would check the system themselves for the copy of your i-94.

But remember, the didn't say it's required. You just need to prove you came before age 16, and that you have been here the last 5 years. Your school, medical, or some other type of records might accom0mplish all of that.

If in serious doubt ask a lawyer how to proceed.

Request for evidence are timed, so if a person does get one they could set the deadline for 60 days or so. The amount of time it takes to get a replacement I-94 is between 60-75 days. I have the same problem my passport has some damage. For that very reason I have decided to get the I-94.


If anyone else is having the same problem with one of your entry stamps, I suggest getting the replacement I-94 or its equivalent and then sending the DACA packet with that information, rather than wait for a RFE.

The instructions for I-821D say something else.

5. What documents may show you were in unlawful status as of June 15,2012? (not applicable if you entered without inspection and were never in removal proceedings)