Travel/Tourism
Quick Guide to Form I-102: Application for Replacement Arrival-Departure Record
The “Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document,” or Form I-102, is a necessary document for nonimmigrant aliens who need to seek or replace their Form I-94, I-94W, or I-95. This tutorial will help you manage the procedure more effectively by explaining the purpose of Form I-102, where to file it, processing times, and the related price.
What is the Purpose of Form I-102?
For nonimmigrants in the US who have misplaced, destroyed, or never received their Form I-94, I-94W, or I-95, Form I-102 is essential. The I-94 form is essential since it documents your arrival and departure details. It is also frequently needed to verify your legal status in the country when requesting specific immigration benefits, extending your stay, or changing your status.
There are various situations in which Form I-102 filing may be necessary:
- Lost or Stolen I-94/I-94W/I-95: You will have to request a new document in the event that it is misplaced or stolen.
- Incorrect Information: You can obtain a corrected copy of your I-94 by submitting Form I-102 if it has inaccurate information on it. Most frequently this is required for Adjustment of Status applicants, who file Forms I-485 and I-130 with USCIS.
- Never Issued: You can get an I-94, I-94W, or I-95 by using Form I-102 if U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) did not issue one to you upon entry into the country.
This form is very important because the I-94 form is frequently used as verification of legal status in the United States. Nonimmigrants who do not have a valid I-94 may have difficulty confirming their status, limiting their ability to legally remain in the country.
I-102 Filing Address
The filing address for Form I-102 is determined by your geography and individual circumstances. Typically, you would submit the form to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) lockbox facility.
These are the standard filing addresses:
- For Regular Mail:
USCIS
O. Box 805373
Chicago, IL 60680-5373
- For Express Mail and Courier Deliveries:
USCIS
Attn: I-102
131 South Dearborn, 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-5517
I-102 Processing Times
Form I-102 processing timeframes vary depending on the USCIS service center that handles your case and the current volume. On average, processing time ranges from 2 to 5 months. However, this is only an estimate; actual timeframes may be longer or shorter.
The USCIS Case Processing Times page provides the most accurate processing time for your unique case. Choose “Form I-102” from the dropdown menu, then select the service center where your application was lodged. This will provide you with a more accurate estimate based on real-time data.
It’s crucial to remember that a number of variables, including the season, your application’s thoroughness, and any recent changes to immigration laws, may have an impact on processing timelines. To prevent delays, it is therefore advised that you submit your application as soon as possible.
Form I-102 Fee
Form I-102 filing fees are $445. Your application must be submitted with this fee, which can be paid with a check or money order made payable to “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.” Make sure your payment method is accurate because incomplete or inaccurate payments may result in your application being denied.
There are few situations when Form I-102 fee waivers are offered. You must submit Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, with your I-102 application if you think you are eligible for a fee waiver. To ascertain whether you are eligible for the waiver, the USCIS will examine your financial circumstances.
If you have any questions about the cost or mode of payment, check the USCIS website again or speak with an immigration attorney to avoid any delays or problems.
If a nonimmigrant needs to request a replacement Arrival-Departure Record, they must have Form I-102. Important steps in the application process include understanding the form’s purpose, knowing where to file it, being aware of the processing times, and making sure the right cost is paid.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
A travel card designed for tourists, business visitors, Diaspora returnees has been launched by Verve in partnership with Providus Bank.
Known as the ProvidusVerve Travel Card, the Naira-based travel card will allow inbound travellers to enjoy a smooth, secure, and convenient payment experience throughout their stay in Nigeria. It was powered by Verve’s secure.
Created to support the surge of tourists, expatriates, business visitors, conference delegates, and returning diaspora expected during the festive Detty December season, the ProvidusVerve Travel Card enables seamless payments for transportation, hotels, dining, shopping, entertainment, and everyday essentials nationwide.
The card also works on select global merchant platforms that accept Verve, including Netflix, Google Play, and other digital services, ensuring travellers enjoy uninterrupted access to familiar services.
The ProvidusVerve Travel Card eliminates the hassle of sourcing naira or converting foreign currency on arrival. It enables instant, secure transactions, reduces reliance on cash, and supports compliance with the cashless policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
It also mitigates the risks associated with carrying physical cash such as loss, theft, or fraud, offering a safe, regulation-aligned option for both online and in-person payments.
“The ProvidusVerve Travel Card is a timely solution for inbound travellers seeking reliability, security, and simplicity while navigating Nigeria.
“Together with Providus Bank, we have created a product that eliminates the friction traditionally associated with accessing local payments.
“Whether for tourism, business, or festive activities, this card ensures a smooth financial experience from the moment visitors land,” the Vice President for Issuing and Acquiring Management for Africa at Verve International, Mr Paul Ohakim, stated.
On his part, the Divisional Head for Product Management and Solution Delivery at Interswitch, Mr Ademola Adeniran, described the partnership as a reflection of “Verve’s commitment to designing products that respond to real user needs.”
“The ProvidusVerve Travel Card supports everyday experiences — from booking rides and hotels to shopping, streaming, and dining. It provides inbound travellers with a secure, compliant, digital-first way to experience Nigeria without financial barriers,” he added.
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has disclosed that the federal government may recover and sell the assets of Dana Air to refund passengers and travel agents whose funds remain trapped following the suspension of the airline’s operations.
The Minister disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday at the Ministry’s fourth quarter stakeholders’ engagement to enhance governance for effective service delivery in aviation.
Speaking at the event themed “leveraging public feedback to drive excellence in aviation services, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) will be directed to probe why funds trapped by the airline are yet to be refunded.
He revealed that the authority suspended the operations of the airline as a matter of choice between safety and disaster.
“For Dana, the problem is that it was a choice between safety and disaster. So we didn’t take the commercial thing as priority. The priority was safety, and we all looked at the damning reports that we had met on the table.
“It was a decision of the NCAA to suspend them, but I pushed them to say, look, these are the reports we are seeing on the table about safety record, about lack of standards that put the lives of Nigerians at risk. If they continue flying, I don’t know whether most of us will be here. Many of us would have been victims of one of those flights. God forbid.”
According to him, “I have asked Najomo (NCAA director general) to dig deep to find out how those passengers and agents will be refunded. He has to dig deep on that.
“One solution will also be that if that same individual or those entities are trying to come back to aviation under any guise, whether to go and register a new AOC or use any business within the aviation sector, they have to go and settle their debts first.
“We should look at their assets. There are assets that are still available. Let them sell their assets. Let’s cannibalize their revenue and pay people. Let’s find a way to go after their assets and get money to pay Nigerians who are owed.
“NCAA should do that because they can’t get away with it.”
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said it has imposed a N5 million penalty on Qatar Airways for consumer protection violations.
The announcement was made on Wednesday by the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, Mr Michael Achimugu, on X, adding that there may be other sanctions depending on how the airline treats other cases.
“Glad to announce that, today, the NCAA has sanctioned @qatarairways to the tune of five million naira being penalty for consumer protection-related infractions. In addition, the letters of investigation (LOI) written to the airline over other cases may lead to further sanctions if not treated satisfactorily,” Mr Achimugu wrote.
The fine followed an incident when a Nigerian passenger was accused by a Qatar Airways cabin crew member of sexual harassment during boarding in Lagos for a flight to the United States via Doha, Qatar.
The allegation was only reported in Doha, where the passenger was arrested, detained for 18 hours, fined, and compelled to sign a document written solely in Arabic.
Qatar Airways allegedly refused to continue his journey, forcing him to purchase another ticket at considerable financial and reputational cost.
The NCAA said it invited Qatar Airways’ country manager to a meeting over the incident, but he failed to attend, sending subordinates instead.
“I understand that some countries do not have advanced aviation consumer protection regulations like Nigeria does. In certain cases, some countries don’t even have any. This creates a situation where airlines operating out of those countries (mostly national carriers) act with disdain towards consumer protection enforcement in Nigeria.
“This is not a situation that we would accept here. It is against the law for ANY Airlines not to respond to the NCAA. It is against the law to provide false information to the NCAA. It is against the law to fail to comply with the provisions of Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations 2023,” Mr Achimugu said in an earlier post.
In September, the NCAA accused Qatar Airways of mistreating Nigerian passengers and failing to comply with consumer protection regulations under Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations 2023.
The regulator then threatened stiff penalties against the airline for repeatedly disregarding its directives.
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