I-194 Waiver Forum: help with U.S. entry waivers (Form I-192) for Canadians

  1. Current Wait Times For Fingerprints

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    Can anyone share how long they waited to get their fingerprints back from the RCMP? I went to a Commissionaires Office on December 9th (exactly 3 months ago) and had my prints done / submitted…

    WannaGoToUSA · 5 replies

  2. Alternative measures program

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    I was wondering if I went through alternative measures program for theft under $5000. Charges are withdrawn, file destruction done, never had been denied entry to the states. Do I need a waiver ? Can…

    Curiouscat826 · 3 replies

  3. Renewal

    Last updated by Marsha

    Hi J Rogers my question is if I apply for renewal 4 months before expiring the waiver can I still use the existing waiver till it’s expires to travel to U.S until the next approved thanks.

    Malik · 2 replies

  4. Homeland Security Fee Increase

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    Michelle, who does waivers in Saskatchewan said she saw a bulletin stating that the US Waiver fee will be up for review again. I do get the emails they send out, but many of them are simply about…

    J Rogers (trusted member) · 4 replies

  5. DUI

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    Long time no post! Been too busy working. LOL! I have a friend with a DUI looking to apply for a waiver but can't find much information on how long he should wait to apply. He has kids so he doesn't…

    jazzsax1 · 1 reply

  6. 10 simple steps to getting your I-194 waiver

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    If you need to apply for an I-194 (advance permission to enter the United States) after being denied entry at the US border, the following are the most recent steps. --- 1. Find your local…

    i194waiver (moderator) · 18 replies

  7. I-192 how long for status update after biometrics

    Last updated by Todd

    Filed using E-SAFE, and went in for Biometrics as requested. E-SAFE status is still only showing "paid" days later, and still displaying the message that I have 45 days to submit Biometrics. Is this…

    Todd · 5 replies

  8. Crossing first time through Pearson POE with waiver

    Last updated by CoffeeCrisp

    I got my first waiver last week, very excited. I'm planning on flying to NYC (for work) in a few weeks through Pearson. I read on here that they make you go through secondary and might check my…

    CoffeeCrisp · 2 replies

  9. Nexus

    Last updated by SouthernBBQ

    Has anyone tried to get Nexus with a waiver? Thx

    DanP · 7 replies

  10. USCIS vs CBP Fees and Certified Copies

    Last updated by Chris Pierre Robert

    Greetings, It's been almost 5 years since receiving my I-194 Approval letter and time to re-apply and I have a couple of questions. What is the difference between filing with USCIS and CBP as I don't…

    Pierre · 2 replies

  11. Travelling within 6 months of expiry

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    Wondering if I’ll have any issues travelling within 6 months of waiver expiry ? Current 5 year waiver expires November 2023. Looking to travel April 2023

    CEB · 1 reply

  12. Tracking time in United States?

    Last updated by Magnus

    For those of you who travel back and forth between the United States and Canada, how do keep records of your crossings? In other words, you’re allowed to be in the U.S., 180 days out of a 12 month…

    WorldTraveller · 3 replies

  13. Need your suggestion about applying for a visa

    Last updated by Saint

    Hi all, I need your suggestion about applying for a visa. Uhhh, specifically, China Visa. It is asking for Criminal Record history. Should I submit my criminal record to apply for China Visa?

    JDVancouver · 15 replies

  14. How Long Does The Esafe Application Take

    Last updated by SarahB

    We recently did an internet talk radio show episode where our guest hired a discount waiver company that used Esafe to do his waiver and it still took 8 months to get denied. Now this supports our…

    K Scott · 6 replies

  15. When Can I Apply For a US Entry Waiver

    Last updated

    Today we had a very interesting interview with a couple of esteemed individuals. Basically they are addressing the topic of when can I apply for a us entry waiver. This stuff is always case specific…

    KSCOTT · No replies yet

  16. Questions after receiving waiver

    Last updated by J Rogers (trusted member)

    Hi everyone, I've been a long time lurker on this forum and I would like to thank everyone for giving me the piece of mind to get through this stressful process. I was recently granted my waiver and…

    T Raptors · 11 replies

  17. E-Safe processing time for i-212 waivers?

    Last updated by JobMaker

    Hi, does anyone know how long it takes to process a i-212 waiver through eSAFE right now? Specifically under (7)(A)(i)(I) ground of refusal. I see that basically all waivers on this site are i-192s…

    KatM · 3 replies

  18. Court Records

    Last updated by DT

    Anyone have issues obtaining court records in Toronto? I went to apply for my records today and was told by a gentleman in administrative that they are not processing court records request at the…

    DT · 6 replies

  19. process time e-safe

    Last updated by Kev

    Hi, I just got my biometric done today at the border after the law firm sent my files through e-safe. I just wonder about the processing time once HLS receives the file; I heard a much different…

    Kev · 3 replies

  20. Stories and experiences about using the I-94 APP

    Last updated

    Specifically, does it stop you from doing a secondary? Is this on top of a secondary? Is it easy to use? I do waivers, but I do not USE a waiver. So looking for expertise from the community on this…

    J Rogers (trusted member) · No replies yet

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