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Form I-192: Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Nonimmigrant
Form I-192, Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Nonimmigrant, is used to request a waiver of inadmissibility before traveling to the United States. It is required when a non‑immigrant would otherwise be barred from entry because of a past violation, criminal record, or other ground of exclusion.
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USCIS Form I-192 - Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Nonimmigrant
Form I-192, Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Nonimmigrant, is used to request a waiver of inadmissibility before traveling to the United States. It is required when a non‑immigrant would otherwise be barred from entry because of a past violation, criminal record, or other ground of exclusion.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1A single missing signature can cause the entire application to be rejected.
- 2Incorrect fee amount or payment method
- 3Missing signature on the form
- 4Omitting the specific ground of inadmissibility
- 5Submitting incomplete or illegible supporting documents
Plain English
If you have a past issue that would normally stop you from getting a visa or entering the U.S., you file I‑192 to ask for special permission ahead of time. The government reviews your case and decides whether to let you travel despite the bar.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File I‑192 before you apply for a visa or schedule travel; there is no fixed deadline, but processing can take months, so submit as early as possible.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you need a waiver for a ground of inadmissibility before entering as a non‑immigrant.
- Do not use it for adjustment of status or permanent residency applications.
- If you already have an approved waiver, you do not need to file again.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Criminal conviction but seeking permanent residency
Waiver for certain immigrant visas
✓ Verify eligibility for I-601 before filing
Previous unlawful presence and applying for a visa
Provisional unlawful presence waiver
✓ Check if you qualify for the provisional process
Travel for humanitarian reasons with no prior visa
Permission to re‑enter
✓ Not a substitute for I‑192 waiver
Deadline or filing window
USCIS does not set a hard deadline for I‑192, but the waiver must be approved before a visa can be issued or travel can occur. Because processing can exceed 3–6 months, submit as soon as you know you need the waiver.
- —Filing fee amount | None (fixed) | Total fee | Verify fee on USCIS fee page
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Ground of inadmissibility section
Court disposition, police report, or immigration notice · Applicant's record
Rehabilitation evidence
Letters from employers, community leaders, or treatment providers · Supporting letters
Hardship proof
Affidavits from U.S. relatives, financial statements · Personal statements
Passport copy
Biographic page · Applicant's passport
Translations
Certified English translations of foreign documents · Translator's certification
Before you submit
- 1Use the latest I‑192 edition.
- 2Complete every required field; leave no blanks.
- 3Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 4Include the correct filing fee in the form of a check or money order.
- 5Attach a copy of the passport biographic page.
- 6Provide original or certified copies of all supporting documents.
- 7Include English translations with certification for any non‑English document.
- 8Package the application neatly and label the envelope with the correct USCIS address.
- 9Send via a trackable courier service.
- 10Retain copies of the entire packet for your records.
- 11Record the mailing receipt and tracking number.
How to file this form
- 1Download the current I‑192 PDF from USCIS.gov.
- 2Complete the form electronically or by hand in black ink.
- 3Print the completed form and sign each required signature line.
- 4Assemble supporting evidence according to the evidence matrix.
- 5Prepare the filing fee check payable to "U.S. Department of Homeland Security".
- 6Place the form, fee, and evidence in a single envelope.
- 7Mail to the address listed in the instructions using a traceable service.
Known limitations
- 1USCIS does not provide an online filing portal for I‑192.
- 2Processing times are estimates; actual times may vary widely.
- 3The form does not replace a visa application; a separate visa petition is still required.
- 4Fee refunds are not offered if the waiver is denied.
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Compact field-by-field guide
Petitioner Info
3 items
Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.
Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.
Beneficiary Info
3 items
Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.
Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).
Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.
Relationship
1 items
Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
Signatures
2 items
Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.
Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date – confirm the form is the latest version (check USCIS website).
- Fee – verify current filing fee and acceptable payment types.
- Mailing address – use the address specific to your filing category (e.g., regular vs. expedited).
- Signature requirement – original signature required on each page where indicated.
- Document translation – all non‑English documents must have certified translations.
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After you file
- 1Save the mailing receipt and tracking confirmation.
- 2Log the receipt number once USCIS issues it.
- 3Monitor case status on the USCIS website using the receipt number.
- 4Respond promptly to any Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
- 5Keep copies of all correspondence and evidence sent.
- 6Notify your visa sponsor or employer of the waiver status.
- 7If approved, retain the approval notice for presentation at the port of entry.
Sources
- SRCUSCIS Form I-192 official PDFprovides purpose, filing instructions, and required evidence.
- SRCUSCIS I-192 fee schedulelists current filing fee.
- SRCUSCIS I-192 filing address tableshows mailing addresses for regular and expedited processing.
- SRCUSCIS processing time estimates for I-192gives typical 3‑6 month range.
- SRCForm I-192 instructionsdetail signature, translation, and document requirements.
- SRCUSCIS website FAQ for I-192clarifies when the form is needed.
- SRCNot found in provided sourceexact deadline for filing relative to travel date.
Common confusion points
Ground of inadmissibility
Applicants often list the wrong ground or omit the specific INA section
→ Verify the exact INA provision cited in the denial or notice
Fee amount
Fee changes annually and may differ for expedited processing
→ Check USCIS fee schedule on the filing day
Signature location
Some pages require a signature, others do not
→ Review the form instructions page by page
Mailing address
Different addresses for regular vs. expedited filing
→ Use the address listed for your filing category
Translations
Whether a translator’s certification is needed
→ Include a signed statement from the translator confirming accuracy
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