United States · Immigration54
Visa Overstay
Staying past the authorized date on an I-94 creates unlawful presence and can trigger three- or ten-year re-entry bars on departure. Some people — especially immediate relatives of U.S. citizens — can still adjust status inside the U.S.; most cannot.
Requires current verification · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.
Who this is for
People who remained in the U.S. beyond their authorized stay.
Common problems
Filing can create risk
Some applications alert enforcement or lock in bad facts. Screening situations must be analyzed before anything is filed.