U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is proactively ensuring all travelers, including those who obtained travel authorization through processes like CBP One, understand and adhere to the terms of their admission to the United States. To assist with this, CBP has implemented a system of email reminders and notifications designed to keep you informed about your authorized stay.
You may receive an email from CBP if you are nearing the end of your authorized stay in the U.S., specifically if you have 10 days or less remaining. Similarly, notifications are sent to travelers who may have potentially overstayed their permitted time in the country. These emails are official communications from CBP and serve as important reminders to check your compliance status.
To easily verify your authorized period of stay and ensure you are compliant with U.S. entry regulations, CBP offers a straightforward online tool. By visiting the official I-94 website at https://I94.cbp.dhs.gov, and navigating to the ‘View Compliance’ tab, you can readily access your current admission status. This is the most reliable method to confirm your authorized stay and avoid any potential issues related to overstaying.
It is crucial to be aware of the official email address for these notifications. All legitimate compliance emails from CBP will originate from [email protected]. If you receive an email concerning your U.S. travel compliance from any other sender address, exercise caution as it could be a phishing attempt or fraudulent communication. Always verify directly through the official I-94 website.
This email notification system is being rolled out in phases, starting with travelers entering under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) and progressively expanding to include most other classes of admission. The ‘View Compliance’ tab on the I-94 website is continuously updated to reflect which traveler categories are currently included in this notification process. Regularly checking this tab will confirm if you are eligible for the compliance check.
It’s important to understand that while these email notifications are a new initiative to enhance transparency and traveler awareness, CBP’s underlying policies and enforcement practices remain unchanged. This proactive communication is simply aimed at providing travelers with better tools to manage their authorized stay and ensure they remain in compliance with the terms of their U.S. admission, regardless of how their travel authorization was initially obtained, including processes related to CBP One.
For further details and clarification, CBP provides a comprehensive frequently asked questions section available at https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/faq. For any additional inquiries or concerns, you can also contact the Traveler Communications Center directly at (202) 325-8000. Staying informed and utilizing these resources will help ensure a smooth and compliant travel experience in the United States.
