09/02/2026
Attention H-2 Employers:
Obtaining Proof of H-2 Worker Departure from the U.S. can be an issue at times.
On September 1, 2026, USDHS announced improvements in the use of Biometrics at the Border. This is something we’re monitoring and will advise as we have information.
Feature Article: Biometrics at the Border—Making Exit Secure and Efficient September 1, 2026
The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) recently brought industry partners to the Progreso International Bridge border crossing in Texas to demonstrate facial biometric capabilities for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The effort supports S&T’s priority to help secure U.S. borders by identifying, testing, and transitioning technologies that strengthen security while facilitating efficient lawful travel.
https://www.dhs.gov/science-and-technology/news/2026/09/01/feature-article-biometrics-border-making-exit-secure-and-efficient
On December 10, 2025, we sent a notice via Constant Contact about the CPB Link Mobile App that CBP recommended that workers use to help verify their I-94 while they were still in customs and use the App to report their departure. https://conta.cc/4q55SYd
The information for employers to access the I-94 and the H-2 CBP Link Mobile app is included in each of the Appointment Wrap Up departure notices for both H-2A and H-2B Employers.
• The Border Crossing/Form I-94 is no longer printed and provided to workers at land crossings. Employers may access and print a copy, and Workers may request a new Form I94 if needed, from the CBP Website at: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/ #/home
• H-2 Workers departing the United States by land or private vessel can use the https://www.cbp.gov/about/mobile-apps-directory/cbplink to report their departure. Please note that departure should only be reported after they have physically left the United States. If they departed by air or sea, the departure was likely recorded automatically.
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