USD6 fee for I94-w?

[Danger]

(Just for clarity, I didn't start this thread.)

In applying for an ESTA, a family member who is an Australian citizen and travelling on an Australian passport received an email from US CBP stating, "An I-94 is required for all ESTA approved applicants visiting or transiting the U.S. Travelers will be issued an electronic I-94 during the admission process and a $6 processing fee will be charged at a land port of entry." However, this page says an I-94 is no longer required. Meanwhile, this page implies it is required ("Pre-paying for a provisional I-94 through this website ..." banner at the top).

So which is it? Is an I-94 required at a cost of USD6 or is it not required?

 

[serfty]

So which is it? Is an I-94 required at a cost of USD6 or is it not required?

That is the first I have heard of such a thing. Even when the I94w was a form, there was no charge.

I travelled to the USA in January and November using an ESTA paid for in January.

Since the introduction of ESTA's I believe the I94 waiver is generated automatically at check in using information stored in relation to the ESTA.

 

[Danger]

Here's the email:

 

[serfty]

CBP Customer Service

Indicates no additional fee for an ESTA ...

Mystery solved ... there is a fee charged at land ports of entry.

I94 - Official Website

I-94 is a place for U.S. visitors to find travel records

i94.cbp.dhs.gov

 

[serfty]

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[serfty]

For clarity,iIf entering the USA under the visa waiver program, an i94w (or similar) is required. When by air or sea, the following is applicable.