06/04/2026
Many people assume that leaving the U.S. after an immigration issue is a βresetβ that allows them to fix their status and come back easily β but the 3-year and 10-year bars can completely change that outcome.
These bars may apply when someone has accrued unlawful presence and then departs the United States, triggering a mandatory waiting period before they can legally return.
Understanding timing and status before leaving the U.S. is critical, because one decision can impact eligibility for years.
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