QUESTION
Can I visit Mexico while my I-94 period still valid?
Asked on Jan 10th, 2012 on Immigration - California
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I am a Jordanian citizen, I have B2 visa and my wife is Mexican hold a green card. I am planning to visit Mexico while I am visiting my wife in the States. We are planning to visit Mexico while I am there, so can I visit Mexico while my I-94 period still valid? Can I visit Mexico for a week and get back to Untied States during the valid period of my I-94 card or should I get a new I-94 card to enter the Unites States?
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Yes you can but any time you enter the U.S. they will determine where you are admissible and if you have been here so long that you are showing immigrant intent.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2012 at 4:34 PM
Leon Wildes
It would have to be authorized by US Immigration at the US-Mexico border, at the time you leave the US and hope to return. If not authorized in advance of your departure, they could readmit you to the US from Mexico as you have a multiple entry visa good for another request for admission.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2012 at 1:41 PM
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If you enter Mexico in land, you should be able to use the old but valid I-94 to reenter the US in land.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2012 at 12:13 PM
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The I-94 is only valid while inside the U.S. Once you leave, it is gone and you will need a visa to re-enter.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2012 at 12:00 PM
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You can enter the US, travel to Mexico on your I-94. They often will let you use the same I-94 to reenter if you are in MExico for less than 30 days. Otherwise you can ask for a new I-94 entry when you come back to the US. Be able to document your non immigrant intent, that you are leaving the US as required.
Answered on Jan 25th, 2012 at 4:31 PM
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It is up to the officer at the port of entry.
Answered on Jan 25th, 2012 at 4:27 PM