US Visa Overstay May Lead to Lifetime Ban

By Govind Tekale

Deportation and permanent entry bans are faced by individuals who remain even one day beyond authorized periods.

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Deportation and permanent entry bans are faced by individuals who remain even one day beyond authorized periods.

The exact allowed stay duration is shown on I-94 forms given to travelers upon US entry.

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A three-year ban from entering America is triggered by overstays between 180 days and one year.

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Ten-year bans are imposed on those who exceed their permitted stay by more than one year.

Current visas become automatically void upon overstay, with future visa applications becoming extremely difficult.

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Why are officials concerned? Department of Homeland Security data showed a 1.45% overstay rate in FY 2023.

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Legal extensions can be explored by contacting US Citizenship and Immigration Services before deadlines approach.

H-1B work visa registrations dropped 27% after fees increased from $10 to $215 under new regulations.

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Criminal charges and jail time can result from failure to register under the Alien Registration Act after 30+ days in the US.

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