I-94 Correction Through CBP Deferred Inspection: What to Fix Fast

This guide explains I-94 correction requests when a CBP admission record has the wrong class, date, passport number, or biographic information. The I-94 often controls lawful status, work authorization evidence, and filing eligibility, so a small entry mistake can create a much larger immigration problem.

Deferred inspection offices may correct CBP entry errors, but they usually do not extend a correctly issued stay or fix a USCIS approval notice. Before contacting CBP, gather the passport, visa, admission stamp, current I-94, approval notice, travel itinerary, and any document showing what the record should say.

Timing matters. Employers, schools, DMV offices, and USCIS officers may rely on the I-94 exactly as it appears online. If the error affects employment eligibility, duration of status, or a filing deadline, it should be reviewed before submitting another application.

New Horizons Legal helps travelers identify whether the problem belongs with CBP, USCIS, a school DSO, or another agency, then prepare a focused correction packet so the record supports the next immigration step.